Dementia is a general and overarching term for a decline in mental ability, severe enough to interfere with daily activities. Alzheimer’s dementia is the most common type of dementia, affecting 60-80% of cases. Another common type of dementia, right behind...
Just because your loved one has been diagnosed with dementia including Alzheimer’s does not mean they must give up their independent lifestyle. In fact, home is a place of comfort and familiarity and remaining in a familiar place can actually help manage the disease...
A recent report published in JAMA Internal Medicine found that the number of adults affected by dementia, including Alzheimer’s Disease, declined from 11.6% in 2000 to 8.8% in 2012, nearly a 25% decrease. Researchers analyzed over 10,000 Americans who were at least 65...
Caring for someone with Alzheimer’s or dementia can be overwhelming, but the more information and support you have, the better you can navigate the demanding road ahead. The more support you have, the better you will be able to help your loved one. As you come...
Doctors might refer to dementia as a general term for a decline in mental ability severe enough to interfere with daily life, but, for many of us, dementia means something much more specific. Medical definitions don’t accurately convey what we experience when we are...
The key to staying active during Alzheimer’s and dementia is the same as any other stage in life: Have fun. Of course, there are a few more considerations, but engaging all of the senses and enjoying yourself is the goal. Before you start, you should ask yourself,...
