Caring for Women with Alzheimer’s
It is a well-known statistic that women are at higher risk of developing Alzheimer’s and more women are affected by the disease. Over two-thirds of people diagnosed with Alzheimer’s are women and women over 65 years of age have a 1 in 6 chance of developing...
What To Do When a Family Member Is In Denial of an Alzheimer’s or Dementia Diagnosis
Learning your loved one has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or Dementia is a hard pill to swallow. It can be devastating, scary, and overwhelming. In some cases we see certain people go into complete denial of the prognosis of their loved one. This could be a spouse,...
Managing Medications With Your Loved One
The issue of medication management can be overwhelming and improper use of medication can be devastating. Therefore, it is important to have a plan in action when it comes to managing your loved one’s medications, especially if you are the primary caregiver. Even if...