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Tag Archives: disease
FDA Speeds Approval on Alzheimer’s Drugs
Researchers are continually looking for effective drug treatments for Alzheimer’s patients, but they often face significant challenges in getting them approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). However, the agency recently announced it will be changing its guidelines to ease the approval process and potentially change the face of Alzheimer’s care, The New York Times reports. Continue reading
Posted in Aging, Alzheimers and Memory Care, Caregivers, caregiving, Health, News, Seniors
Tagged Alzheimers, dementia, disease, drugs, FDA, medication
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Small Strokes; Big Impact
New research performed at the University of California in San Diego found that even the smallest of strokes can have significant damage on the brain, while possibly causing dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. However, a drug may be able to stave off the illness and keep cognitive function intact. Continue reading
Universal Truths of Alzheimer’s Disease
There are several universal truths about people with Alzheimer’s disease. One of these is that they will constantly get their facts wrong. The knee-jerk reaction to this is to correct the person. “No, Daddy’s been dead for 5 years,” or “You can’t be hungry! You just had your breakfast!” or “You KNOW we’re going to the doctor today! I told you 5 minutes ago.” Continue reading
Making Alzheimer’s Disease a National Priority
Recently, after years of fighting for more funding and awareness of this disease their Alzheimer’s Association has made a HUGE step in nationwide awareness. The National Alzheimer’s Project Act (NAPA) offers a historic opportunity to address the many challenges facing people with AD and their families. Continue reading
Posted in Alzheimers and Memory Care, Family Caregivers, Helpful Tips, Resources
Tagged Alzheimers, Amanda, dementa, disease, family, Laumeyer, NAPA
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10 Common Causes of Heart Disease (and How to Combat Them)
Heart disease can happen to anyone. For some people lifestyle will determine whether they are susceptible to unhealthy heart conditions. On the other hand, having healthy habits can prevent or even reverse many types of heart disease. Here is a list of some of the most significant causes of heart diseases, and some tips on combating them. Continue reading
Driving & Dementia: A Difficult Conversation
When a loved one is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia it changes everything. Suddenly you and your family members are faced with a lot of uncertainty and impending challenges that you probably never anticipated facing. It’s difficult to watch someone you love begin to struggle and of course you want to help to improve their lives and situations all that you can. Continue reading
Posted in Alzheimers and Memory Care, Family Caregivers, Health, Helpful Tips, Home Care
Tagged Alzheimers, appointments, cars, dementia, disease, doctors, driving, transportation
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The Caregiver’s Army
We are proud to commemorate World Alzheimer’s Day with an interview with Carolyn Haynali, the founder of The Caregiver’s Army. Carolyn’s late husband Chuck was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease in 1994. After caring for Chuck for 10 years, Carolyn started a petition to support research that could lead to a cure for Alzheimer’s disease. This petition and online support group eventually became The Caregiver’s Army. Continue reading
Posted in Alzheimers and Memory Care, Family Caregivers, Helpful Tips, Resources
Tagged AEDA, Alzheimer's Association, Alzheimers, care, caregiver, Carolyn Haynali, disease, family, home, memory, SYNERGY, the Caregiver's Army
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Memory Care and the Dedicated Family Caregiver
In 2010, 14.9 million family and friends provided 17 billion hours of unpaid care to loved ones with Alzheimer’s and dementia. We find this extraordinary. Being a caregiver to someone who struggles with memory loss is no simple task, and we are truly humbled by the amount of time and energy these family caregivers have sacrificed for the well-being of their friends and family. Continue reading
Posted in Alzheimers and Memory Care, Family Caregivers, Helpful Tips, Resources, Seniors
Tagged Alzheimers, care, dementia, depression, disease, family caregivers, memory
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The Top 10 Reasons for a Low Sodium Diet
For seniors, one of the most beneficial dietary changes that can be made is consuming lower amounts of sodium. This may come as a surprise to some people, since sodium is so common to us. At the most basic level, salt is on virtually every table in our restaurants, diners, and even our own kitchens. How could something so common cause us or our loved ones damage? Continue reading
Seniors and Sundowning
As people age there is usually a noticeable change that occurs in their mood and temperament. As a family caregiver, you may have already noticed some of these changes in your loved one with Alzheimer’s or Dementia. This change in behavior can be hard to handle, and it can be even more difficult when your loved one is suffering from Sundowner’s Syndrome. Continue reading
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Tagged Alzheimers, dementia, disease, elderly, hallucinations, Health, paranoia, restlessness, seniors, sundowning, syndrome, violence
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