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The Family Caregiver: Parenting Your Parent or Spouse
Hi. As one of the newest columnists to have the pleasure of being part of the Gilbert Guide family of contributors, I’d like to introduce my new column to you. By virtue of training and personal experience over the past 10-plus years, I have become very knowledgeable on a wide variety of issues concerning boomers, seniors, aging and caregiving. Am I an expert? I’ll leave that decision up to you, the readers of this column. What you can count...Read the rest of this article »Related Articles
Alzheimer's Disease: Understanding Wandering Behavior
Most families who care for a loved one with advanced Alzheimer’s disease ultimately opt for institutionalized patient care as the disease progresses. While many patients can remain in their homes for years, some of the behaviors associated with advanced Alzheimer’s disease are extremely difficult to control, causing families to seek care outside of the home. In this article, I will discuss one of those behaviors—wandering—and what can be done to help understand it and ensure that your loved one...Read the rest of this article »Related Articles
Alzheimer's: Transitioning from Home to Assisted Living
The names in this case study have been changed to protect confidentiality. The facts come from an actual situation involving a move from home to assisted living. Facing an Alzheimer’s Diagnosis “Amanda,” age 62, was diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer’s disease when she was in her late fifties. It was a very sad diagnosis for an otherwise vibrant, independent single woman. She lived alone in a comfortable home, had a boyfriend, sufficient funds, and a good life. She had always...Read the rest of this article »Related Articles
Controlling Unsafe Wandering Behaviors in Alzheimer's Patients
Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of dementia among seniors 65 and older. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, researchers estimate that approximately 5 million Americans have Alzheimer’s disease, and project that the number may reach up to 16 million by 2050 if current populations continue and no preventative treatment is found. Alzheimer’s prompts many behavioral changes, but perhaps one of the most dangerous behaviors is wandering. People with Alzheimer’s are more likely to wander than those with vascular...Read the rest of this article »Related Articles
What are the 7 Stages of Alzheimer's Disease?
Alzheimer’s disease is a degenerative condition marked by a progressive decline in cognitive functioning. This decline, often coupled with emotional apathy, affects the individual’s behavior and mood. People sometimes mistake forgetfulness or absentmindedness in seniors for early signs of Alzheimer’s, but some memory loss is actually considered a normal effect of aging. You may have heard the terms early, mid- and late-stage Alzheimer’s. These are general terms that were used until the development of a more detailed framework with...Read the rest of this article »Related Articles
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