Personalized Care for Alzheimer's Disease

The Importance of Personalized Care for Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia

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At Applewood Our House we believe that every Senior is uniquely different from each other, and deserves personalized care for Alzheimer’s and dementia. There is no such thing as a one-size-fits-all approach when it comes to confronting these disorders. The numbers of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia cases are on the rise, because all of those baby boomers are now senior citizens. Also, better medication, changes in lifestyle, and better quality care are reasons why senior…

Benefits of Children or Alzheimer's Patients

Benefits of Children for Alzheimer's Patients

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  The benefits of children for Alzheimer’s patients are often overlooked by families caring for a loved one with the illness. Some families tend to shelter their children from an elderly grandfather or grandmother. They feel that children shouldn’t be forced to see the decline of an elderly person. Unfortunately, parents who feel this way are missing out on a golden opportunity to help their kids cope with understanding Alzheimer’s disease, and they are denying…

Caregiver's Health is important

Caregivers Health – The Impact of Waiting Too Long for Outside Help

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  Many often don’t take into account a caregivers health when it comes to taking care of a loved one at home. The impact of waiting too long for outside help can cause many physical and mental health issues for caregivers. Therefore, caregivers need to monitor their overall health and learn when it is time to step aside and leave the care of their loved ones to other health professionals. Obviously, the cost of senior…

The Risk of Cold Temperatures on Alzheimer's Patients

The Risk of Cold Temperatures on Alzheimer’s Patients

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Coloradans are accustomed to winter conditions, but most are unaware of the risk of cold temperatures on Alzheimer’s patients. Each year, seniors with the disease are affected by cold temperatures. Some develop cold related illnesses; some get frostbite, and in extreme conditions, some seniors die. By understanding more about Alzheimer’s disease and dementia, people can better help their elderly loved ones to prevent common accidents. Alzheimer’s disease generally attacks the elderly. Yet, it has also…

How Do You Talk to Your Child about Alzheimer's

How Do You Talk to Your Child about Alzheimer's

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  Many adults would like to know how do you talk to your child about Alzheimer’s?At any age, children can sense discord and stress in their environment, so it’s important to address any concerns before kids make erroneous assumptions.The conversation will differ depending on the child’s age. For younger children, you don’t necessarily need to use the term Alzheimer’s disease. Instead, talk about how the child’s loved one is sick, will have trouble remembering things…