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4 Reasons Why Women Have a Greater Risk of Alzheimer’s

Researchers are finally starting to get a grip on the discrepancy between Alzheimer’s diagnoses in women and men. Right now, up to 2/3 of individuals with Alzheimer’s in the United States are female, ...Continue Reading
Sep 17, 2019
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The Best Technology for Aging in Place

Whether you’re attempting to tune a guitar, learn a brand new language, or just add cats’ ears to a selfie, there is an app for that! And for older adults who are aging in place, technology may be a k ...Continue Reading
Sep 12, 2019
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Research Now Links These Common Prescriptions with Increased Dementia Risk

They are currently known to cause quite a few short-term negative effects, such as memory issues and confusion, but new research links several of the stronger anticholinergic drugs (like those prescri ...Continue Reading
Aug 21, 2019
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Portage In Home Care Experts Offer Hygiene Help for Alzheimer’s Patients

Of the numerous struggles connected to providing care for a loved one with dementia, the Alzheimer’s Association indicates that the most prevalent struggle is with personal hygiene, for a number of re ...Continue Reading
Jul 12, 2019
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What if I Make a Mistake? The Top Family Caregiver Fear

More family caregivers in St. Joseph, MI and the surrounding communities are making this commendable choice each and every day, signifying the beginning of changes in lifestyle they can only truly com ...Continue Reading
Jun 12, 2019
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Dementia and Wandering: Tips from the St. Joseph, MI Home Care Professionals

Out of all the impacts of Alzheimer’s disease, perhaps one of the most concerning is the individual’s tendency for wandering as well as the potential dangers that can occur if the senior becomes ...Continue Reading
May 15, 2019
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Dementia Paranoia Strategies from the Kalamazoo, MI Home Care Experts

“I am telling you, there’s a dog inside my closet! I hear it growling the whole night long. We’ve got to find its owner!” Listening to an elder loved one express worries like this that you are aware t ...Continue Reading
May 8, 2019
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The 2019 Alzheimer’s Association Facts and Figures Report: What We’ve Learned

The Alzheimer’s Association has released its 2019 Facts and Figures Report, and with a full 5.8 million Americans currently diagnosed with the disease – including 1 out of every ten senior citizens – ...Continue Reading
Apr 24, 2019
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“I Do Not Need a Doctor!” Understanding Medical Reluctance in Your Aging Parent.

Let’s face it: lots of us put off visiting the doctor’s office. It might be awkward and downright frightening when something is wrong and we’re confronted with the prospect of an unw ...Continue Reading
Mar 26, 2019
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Providing Care for Dementia? Here’s Why You Should Never Go It Alone.

Although scores of seniors are dealing with the challenges of Alzheimer’s disease, a far greater number of family members are trying to cope with providing care for dementia. Surprisingly, nearly 75% ...Continue Reading
Mar 14, 2019
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