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Because Alzheimer’s disease affects so many areas of the brain, it can be difficult for people with this condition to take care of themselves. Family caregivers are often responsible for helping loved ones everywhere from bathing to administering medication. This can take a toll on their physical and mental health. #alzheimers #dementia #caregiving

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Alzheimer Spouse Grief starts when the loved one is still alive - how to cope and look after yourself as well as your loved one. #alzheimers #caregivers #caregiving #grief

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Dementia is a general term for a decline in mental ability severe enough to interfere with daily life. Alzheimer’s is the most common cause of dementia. Alzheimer’s is a specific disease. Dementia is not. Learning about the two terms and the difference between them is important and can empower individuals living with Alzheimer’s or another dementia, their families and their caregivers with necessary knowledge. #alzheimervsdementia #dementiavsalzheimers #alzheimer \'s #dementia

Dementia is a general term for a decline in mental ability severe enough to interfere with daily life. Alzheimer’s is the most common cause of dementia. Alzheimer’s is a specific disease. Dementia is not. Learning about the two terms and the difference between them is important and can empower individuals living with Alzheimer’s or another dementia, their families and their caregivers with necessary knowledge. #alzheimervsdementia #dementiavsalzheimers #alzheimer \'s #dementia

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Are you worried a loved one might be suffering with Alzheimer’s? It is important that anyone suffering with Alzheimer’s gets the right help when they need it. To learn more about alzheimer's and 7 stages of alzheimer's keep reading.

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How to Create a Checklist and Daily Care Plan for Dementia | Alzheimers.net

Caring for a parent or senior loved one with dementia involves many skills, such as providing daily caregiving tasks, household management and participating in decision-making. With so much to do and so little time, establishing a daily care plan can help caregivers spend more meaningful time on productive activities with loved ones with dementia. Learn […]

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Understanding the disease progression helps us recognize changes in behavior and provide the right support. Symptoms will gradually worsen over time, however there are ways we can make life better at every stage.

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ore than 16 million Americans provide unpaid care for people with Alzheimer’s or other dementias. #alzheimersdisease #mindfulcommunication #confusion #difficultbehavior #caregiver #homecare #dementia

ore than 16 million Americans provide unpaid care for people with Alzheimer’s or other dementias. #alzheimersdisease #mindfulcommunication #confusion #difficultbehavior #caregiver #homecare #dementia

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Dementia often is progressive meaning gets worse over time. However, there are ways to slow its progression. Read more on the blog! #dementia #alzheimers #caregiver #memorycare

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There's a shower head at the top with water spouting out. The number 10 is at the top on top of the shower head and tips for bathing a person living with dementia or alzheimer's is written over the water spouting out.

Bathing a loved one can be very difficult for many family caregivers. However, things get much more complicated when dementia comes into the equation. As Alzheimer’s disease or another kind of dementia worsens, there are various reasons why a loved one might refuse to shower. Identifying why they resist may help family caregivers handle these challenges more effectively and keep their loved ones as clean as possible.

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