Storytelling can be a way of giving people with dementia a low-stress way to communicate, one that does not rely on their memories. And it can give caregivers a chance to reconnect with their loved ones.
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To help reduce your distress the next time your loved one is distressed, try to remain aware that people with dementia live only in the present. That way you can end your suffering as quickly as your loved one does, and then you can both move on to something more ... continue reading
Diagnosing Alzheimer’s based only on behavior observation can be difficult because the initial signs are subtle and families get used to compensating for the gradual changes in their loved one’s behavior.
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College basketball legend Pat Summitt is just one of an estimated 5.4 million people with Alzheimer’s disease, according to the Alzheimer’s Assocation. To learn more about Alzheimer’s and dementia — including how to find help for your loved ones or yourself — check out the links below.
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According to a new survey, the biggest fear for the majority of family caregivers is their loved one’s general health and physical decline followed by the fear that Alzheimer’s will rob their loved one of the ability to communicate. The survey designed by the National Family Caregivers Association (NFCA) and ... continue reading