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5 Frequently Asked Questions About Alzheimer's Disease
Alzheimer’s is the most common type of dementia and occurs when plaques and bundles of proteins build up between nerve cells in the brain, ultimately causing brain cell death. Individuals...
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Strategies to Reduce Unhealthy Weight Loss in People with Alzheimer's Disease
Proper nutrition can help someone with Alzheimer’s maintain physical strength and balance as well as contribute to overall health and well-being. Without proper nutrition, unhealthy weight...
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Alzheimer's Home Care Resources for Caregivers
When it comes to caring for a family member with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia, many family caregivers don’t know where to turn for support. The physical exhaustion...
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How Music Therapy Can Benefit People Living with Alzheimer's Disease
Alzheimer’s disease causes loss of memory and severe cognitive illness. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, more than 6 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s...
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How to Handle Mood or Behavior Changes in a Loved One with Dementia
When a loved one has dementia, it can be easy for family caregivers to get frustrated with their loved one’s mood or behavior changes. One day, Mom might seem fine, but the next day she&rsquo...
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When Mom or Dad Is Different: How to Maintain the Dignity of Loved Ones With Dementia
One of the common statements I hear from family members of loved ones living with dementia is, “That’s not my mom anymore.” If your loved one has dementia or Alzheimer’s...
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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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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...