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The Impact of Dementia on Mental HealthBlog
The Impact of Dementia on Mental Health
Dementia is a progressive condition affecting memory, thinking, and behavior. This disease not only poses physical challenges but also impacts the mental health and overall well-being of seniors...
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Brain GamesBlog
5 Ways Brain and Memory Games Benefit Seniors
Cognitive health is something that we tend to take for granted, but it’s what allows us to think clearly, learn, and remember. These are all important in our everyday function, but as we age...
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First Drug to Slow Alzheimer's Gets Fully Funded by FDA
A Breakthrough in Alzheimer’s Treatment The news is spreading fast, so you have probably heard about a new Alzheimer's drug on the market. Leqembi, an Alzheimer’s drug...
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Early Signs and Symptoms of Alzheimer’s
Alzheimer's disease is a progressive neurological disorder that slowly damages and destroys brain cells. It is the most common cause of dementia. Early signs and symptoms can be difficult to...
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4 strategies when individuals with dementia refuse medication
By Sharon Roth Maguire, MS, RN, GNP-BC Chief Clinical Quality Officer, BrightStar Care People with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia may take multiple medications. And because the risk of...
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Making the Holidays Safe and Special for Loved Ones with Alzheimer’s
November was Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, and much was talked about. BrightStar Care’s very own dementia care expert and Chief Clinical Quality Officer Sharon Roth Maguire, MS, RN, GNP-BC, and care...
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How Families with Alzheimer’s Celebrate the Holidays
For families with Alzheimer’s, celebrating the holidays can require a little extra effort. You want to involve your loved one living with dementia in holiday events, but you want to do it in a way...
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“Those are my Momma’s Words”
As part of National Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, BrightStar Care is sharing stories, with permission, that showcase real, personal stories of connections between clients, family care partners...
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Memories & Connections Campaign for Alzheimer’s Awareness Month
As part of National Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, BrightStar Care is sharing stories, with permission, that showcase real, personal stories of connections between clients, family care partners, and...
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What Is Alzheimer’s? Five Frequently Asked Questions (Part 2)
Alzheimer’s disease affects more than 47 million people worldwide, and that number continues to grow. Experts estimate 76 million people will suffer from the degenerative cognitive disease by 2030...