Each June, Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month shines a spotlight on the importance of brain health and raises awareness about Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Millions of individuals and families are affected by memory loss and cognitive decline, making education, early recognition, and support more important than ever.
Continue ReadingUnderstanding the profound impact of music therapy on individuals living with Alzheimer's and dementia is invaluable. For seniors, caregivers, and families, music can bring joy and therapeutic benefits, transforming lives through melodies and rhythms. Let's dive into how this powerful tool can make a difference
Continue ReadingLearn about practical strategies for managing behavioral changes in seniors with Alzheimer's to help improve your loved one's quality of life.
Continue ReadingRead on as we explore how to adapt holiday celebrations to create a peaceful and inclusive environment that honors traditions while catering to the unique needs of seniors with dementia.
Continue ReadingHaving hobbies & doing activities can help decrease stress and engage in things that you genuinely enjoy. A diagnosis of dementia or other brain related illnesses can affect what your hobbies may be. Although there are many things that change, this should not mean the end to hobbies & activities all together.
Participating in activities that your loved one enjoys can help improve their quality of life and managemange behavior changes that may come as the disease progresses. Not only is it important to keep in mind what they like to do, but what they can do, what they want to do in the moment, and what they are able to do.
Continue ReadingThe phrase, “Communication is key,” is top of mind for many when they are asked to reflect on their successes. Effective communication is important for a multitude of reasons. In general, communication allows for conversations to flow accurately and quickly. Poor communication can have the opposite effect, by causing frequent misunderstanding and frustration.
Continue ReadingAlzheimer’s disease is a progressive disease that affects memory, thinking and behavior. It is a form of dementia with symptoms that grow in severity over time. The risk of Alzheimer’s disease increases with age and is most common in people over the age of 65 years old.
The symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease are commonly referred to as the 5 A’s of Alzheimer’s which include Amnesia, Apraxia, Agnosia, and Aphasia, and Anomia.
Continue ReadingAs you age, your brain’s volume gradually shrinks. When this occurs, the nerve cells in your brain can shrink or lose connection with other nerve cells, which causes cognitive changes to occur. Memory and other cognitive changes can be frustrating but keeping the mind active can help reduce cognitive decline and reduce the risk of dementia.
Continue ReadingAlzheimer’s disease is most common in people over the age of 65 and affects every 1 in 14 seniors this age while affecting 1 in every 6 seniors over the age of 80. When caring for loved ones with Alzheimer’s and dementia, it's crucial to understand their diagnosis and what care options they may need as time progresses. The effect on your entire family can be overwhelming, but Senior Helpers is here to help with strategies to cope with this disease.
Continue ReadingMore than 6 million Americans suffer from Alzheimer’s and it is estimated that nearly 13 million people will have Alzheimer’s by 2050. One in three seniors die from Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia.
Continue ReadingMany people use the holidays as a time to give, say thanks, and celebrate with the people they love. This is a joyous time for many of us but can sometimes bring added stress and sadness- particularly for our loved ones with Alzheimer’s.
Continue ReadingThere is significant clinical and scientific evidence that keeping your brain active, challenging your mind and cognitive processes, can provide a certain amount of protection against dementia and other brain disorders.
Continue ReadingAlzheimer's is all too common among seniors, and many families aren't sure how to give their loved one the proper Alzheimer's care. If your loved one is demonstrating any of these symptoms, it might be time for Senior Helpers to step in.
Continue ReadingDementia is all too common among seniors, and many families can be unsure how to give their loved one the proper case. Often, it can prove overwhelming. If your loved one is demonstrating these symptoms they could need dementia care.
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