Many older Americans are choosing to age in place – a dignified option that can ensure they stay in familiar, comfortable surroundings. However, you may worry about your ability to look after a grandparent or parent who is starting to have some health issues and...

If you take on the responsibility of caring for a loved one after a stroke, it’s essential to have realistic expectations. When recovering from a stroke, people require compassion and patience to manage medical complications as they arise. Here are our top tips for in-home...

ALS, or amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, is a condition that affects nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord. It involves muscle atrophy and progressive degeneration of the motor neurons that control voluntary movements and muscle control. Over time, people with ALS may lose the ability...

According to the Pew Research Center, many older people worldwide are fortunate to live in large, extended families. However, in the U.S., this arrangement is not the norm. Aging adults are much more likely to live alone or with only a spouse or partner for...

People with dementia gradually lose their ability to remember important information, learn new things, and understand their environment, which can lead to confusion, disorientation, anxiety, and agitation. When the world around them no longer makes sense, your loved one may become confused and ask you...

Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive brain disorder that causes worsening memory issues and cognitive impairments. It falls under the umbrella of dementia, which is a collective term for a loss of thinking, remembering, and reasoning skills. Estimates vary, but experts suggest that more than 6...

Dementia is an umbrella term for various cognitive issues that can affect older adults’ quality of life and ability to carry out daily tasks. You may already know it is a progressive, incurable condition that may cause memory loss and changes to people’s decision-making abilities.Many...

If your parent receives a dementia diagnosis, you have several things to worry about – one of which is that you might inherit this illness. Seeing a loved one struggle with simple everyday tasks is enough to make anyone wonder about their future.Does Dementia Run...

When your loved one receives a dementia or Alzheimer’s diagnosis, it can be an emotional time. Some people feel profoundly sad, angry, or in shock. Many families are relieved to finally have an answer so they can take the reins, develop a specific action plan,...

Dementia is not a single illness – it’s an umbrella term for a broad range of medical conditions, including Alzheimer’s. The brain changes that cause dementia trigger a noticeable cognitive decline that’s severe enough to impair behavior and daily life. As dementia progresses, it becomes...

 
 

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