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The Early, Middle and Late Stages of Dementia
Dementia is a general term used to indicate that a person has developed difficulties with reasoning, judgment, and memory. Irreversible dementia is chronic and progressive. People who have...
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All About Alzheimer's Disease
President Ronald Reagan designated November as National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month in 1983. Alzheimer’s disease is the sixth leading cause of death in the United States. More...
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Alzheimer's & Dementia Medication Strategies
People with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia may take multiple medications. And because the risk of missing a dose or confusing pills is so high for these individuals, someone should...
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10 Activities to Do With a Loved One Who Has Alzheimer's
Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia are progressive illnesses. It’s understandable then that when a loved one receives an Alzheimer’s diagnosis, many families respond...
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10 Tips for Mindful Communication with Persons with Alzheimer's or Dementia
Through our specialized memory care program, BrightStar Connections, we are able to truly provide A Higher Standard of care and support to our clients living with Alzheimer's or dementia. In...
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Brain Changes During Alzheimer's Disease
To learn more about Alzheimer's disease, we're turning our focus to the brain itself to better understand this condition. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, Alzheimer’s...
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Caregiving for Loved Ones with Alzheimer's & Dementia at Home
In the early stages, you may act more like a care partner, than a caregiver. Your role is one of support, love and companionship. You are there to help with daily life, as needed, and to help the...
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5 Tips to Help Prevent Alzheimer's
Memory loss is one of the most recognized signs of "getting old," but not everyone experiences this, just like not everyone will be diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease. Unfortunately...
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Caring for Alzheimer's & Dementia at Home
Our Approach to Caring for Alzheimer’s and Dementia Our mission is to provide your loved one with Alzheimer’s or Dementia the individualized memory care and support they need. We...
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8 Tips for Caregivers Caring for a Loved One with Alzheimer’s
Every 70 seconds, someone develops Alzheimer’s and in 2006, there were 26.6 millions sufferers worldwide. The disease is predicted to affect 1 in 85 people by 2050. That’s why we are...