One of the most heartbreaking experiences a person can face is watching a loved one slowly deteriorate due to dementia. At first, they may be only forgetting small details, which later progresses to significant details, such as what street they live on, or who their family members are. [Read more…]
Everyone has memory loss, and as a person gets older, it’s common for signs of memory issues to become more prevalent. How do you know when “normal” memory issues are actually a sign of something much more serious, such Alzheimer’s disease? Here are the top 10 early signs of the disease according to the Alzheimer’s Association: [Read more…]
The numbers tell the story of Alzheimer’s effect on families and the nation. An estimated 5.2 million Americans have Alzheimer’s disease in 2014, including approximately 200,000 individuals younger than age 65 who have younger-onset Alzheimer’s. Here are some additional figures about Alzheimer’s from the Alzheimer’s Association: [Read more…]
The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) has reported that many people ask them “why bother” to get an official diagnosis of Alzheimer’s. This is a legitimate question, given that the reality of Alzheimer’s care right now is that there are no effective treatments to prevent, reverse, or cure the disease.
According to the AFA, a recent survey found that 29 to 76 percent of people with dementia or probable dementia have not been diagnosed by a primary care physician. An official Alzheimer’s diagnosis is important, though. Not only can it put the person in the care of expert specialists, it also allows the person and his or her family to prepare for future care needs. While no cure exists for Alzheimer’s, there are treatments that can slow the progression of symptoms and clinical trials are often available. Support services for the person and family are also more readily available with an official diagnosis.
In general, it’s often easier to deal with a tough situation when you have access to information about it. The same is true of finding an Alzheimer’s care facility here in the DFW area. In 2008, I was faced with the issue of finding specialized care for my mother when she was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. With so many Alzheimer’s care and assisted living facilities in our area, it took a lot of research and investigation of my own to find the right place. That experience inspired me to create a FREE service to help other families just like I helped Rebecca, below. Contact me today to get your free guide.
I wanted to let you know what a huge weight has been lifted from our shoulders. The first time we moved our father, there were endless trips to different care facilities around DFW. As our father progressed with his Alzheimer’s, and after 3 years, it became more evident that we would be facing this challenge yet again, only this time with his diagnoses in mind. You made the daunting task of placing our father in a Dallas Assisted Living very palatable. I think it’s the hardest decision you face with a loving parent. The information that you provided for us was invaluable. Not only did you supply the places to go, who to speak with, but, also had good background on the various Dallas Assisted Living Communities themselves and the people running them. We couldn’t be happier with the suggestions put forth by you and your team. We are extremely happy with our choice of an Alzheimer’s Care Facility in the DFW area. Everyone who has a parent in need of Alzheimer’s care should be contacting you.
Rebecca J – DFW area
Senior Living Specialists is locally owned and operated, serving the greater metro area of Dallas and Fort Worth, including Coppell, Garland, Arlington, Frisco, McKinney and Plano. If there are any questions on how we can help your family find the best Alzheimer’s care facility in the area, please contact me (Paul) by email at paul@seniorlivingspecialists.com or by phone at 214.929.5055. Remember, there is no cost to families for our services. Senior Living Specialists is a non-biased third party service compensated by referral fees from facilities.
I know from experience that the early signs of Alzheimer’s may be easy to attribute to simple aging. It’s important, though, to recognize the signs of Alzheimer’s and get help as early as possible. According to WebMD here are some of the early signs of Alzheimer’s:
No one wants to face the possibility of a loved one being diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. However, early intervention is always best, both for the patient and his or her family. Consulting a doctor when consistent signs of Alzheimer’s are present can help everyone.
When it comes time to look for long-term Alzheimer’s care, finding the right facility can be difficult. In the Arlington area, you have a source that can help you navigate through the many challenges of finding a facility for your loved one with Alzheimer’s. In 2008, I was faced with this same issue as my mother was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. That experience inspired me to create a FREE service to help other families. Contact me today to get your free guide.
Senior Living Specialists is locally owned and operated, serving the greater metro area of Dallas and Fort Worth, including Arlington, Frisco, McKinney and Plano. If there are any questions on how we can help your family find the best Alzheimer’s care facility in Dallas, then please contact me (Paul) by email at paul@seniorlivingspecialists.com or by phone at 214.929.5055. Remember, there is no cost to families for our services. Senior Living Specialists is a non-biased third party service compensated by referral fees from facilities.