Alzheimer's Quotes, She Says, He Says
Husband and wife describe life with Alzheimer's.Exasperated by the disappearance of their friends and relatives, Ann and Jim Luckey shared this.She said."It ’s not measles and it’s not contagious and it’s not fattening," said 83 year old Ann Luckey in a letter to friends announcing she was suffering from Alzheimer's disease.He said.“It’s almost like you have leprosy or something,” said Jim Luckey husband of Ann Luckey.This still remains one of my favorites..What do you think?More Article on Alzheimer's and Dementia CareWhat is the Difference Between Alzheimer ’s and DementiaTest Your Memory for Alzheimer's an...
Source: Alzheimer's Reading Room, The - March 28, 2018 Category: Neurology Tags: alzheimer's quotes alzheimers care alzheimers communication dementia care husband wife alzheimers Source Type: blogs
Reducing the Stigma Attributed to Alzheimer's Disease is Vital to Clinical Research
ConclusionsThe study findings suggest respondents continue to have concerns about documentation in themedical record or test results, despite the fact that there are some protections in place against gene-based health care insurance discrimination through the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA). However, those concerns of the public also include issues not addressed by that legislation, including brain imaging results.The study authors found that when told the fictional person'sprognosis would improve over time, 24 percent to 41 percent fewer respondents expected that the person would encounter discrim...
Source: Alzheimer's Reading Room, The - March 28, 2018 Category: Neurology Tags: alzheimer's stigma Alzheimer's Treatment alzheimers cflinical trials dementia care diagnosis memory testing Source Type: blogs
Alzheimer's Stigma, Glenn Campbell, Pat Summitt
So there they were, Pat Summitt and Glen Campbell, sitting there and announcing to the world, I have Alzheimer's.By Bob DeMarcoAlzheimer's Reading RoomI think it is safe to say that a large fraction of the American public were greatly saddened by the news that both Pat Summitt and Glen Campbell have been diagnosed with probable Alzheimer's disease.I can tell you this. On the day when the news was released about Pat Summitt we had a record number of people coming to theAlzheimer's Reading Room via search looking for information on dementia. This continued for a few days.Two articles stood out,What is the Difference Between ...
Source: Alzheimer's Reading Room, The - March 27, 2018 Category: Neurology Tags: alzheimers announcement dementia Glen Campbell health life life news lifestyle Pat Summitt Source Type: blogs
Physically Fit Women Nearly 90 Percent Less Likely to Develop Dementia
Women with high physical fitness at middle age were nearly 90 percent less likely to develop dementia according to a new study.byAlzheimer's Reading RoomThe information in this study is significant.An important finding of the study is thatwhen highly fit women did develop dementia, they developed the disease an average of 11 years later than women who were moderately fit, or at age 90 instead of age 79.Previous studies indicate that if the onset of Alzheimer's could be delayed to the age of 90,the number of people living with dementia would be cut in half.Currently,at age 80 there is a thirty percent of being diagnosed wit...
Source: Alzheimer's Reading Room, The - March 15, 2018 Category: Neurology Tags: alzheimer care alzheimers alzheimers research alzheimers statistics care of dementia patients dementia care exercise fitness women Source Type: blogs
The Importance of Self Concept and Self Esteem in Alzheimer's Care
When it comes to Alzheimer's caregiving it is very difficult to be positive because at the outset few of us have any concept of what to do.By Bob DeMarcoAlzheimer's Reading RoomSelf concept, the concept of self.Self concept defines how you think or feel about yourself. Basically, self concept is a determining factor in what youbelieve you can do; and, what you believe you can't do.What is the Difference Between Alzheimer ’s and DementiaListen Now or Continue ReadingThe concept of self is determined by ourexperiences.In the case of Alzheimer's caregivingit is very difficult to be positive because at the outset few of...
Source: Alzheimer's Reading Room, The - March 9, 2018 Category: Neurology Tags: Alzheimer's dementia care alzheimer's care alzheimer's caregiving care of dementia patients elder care help home care how to memory care Self Concept Self Confidence senior Source Type: blogs
Neuroscientists Receive The Brain Prize for Crucial Alzheimer's Disease Research
The tireless efforts of these four leading scientists to understand Alzheimer's have provided the foundation for treatment of one of the most devastating diseases of our era. For this, they are receiving the world's most valuable prize for brain research, The Lundbeck Foundation Brain Prize, worth 1 million euros.byAlzheimer's Reading RoomThere is still no cure for dementia such as Alzheimer's, we can only provide medication fortemporary alleviation of symptoms.Thanks to four leading European scientists and their many years of intense research in the laboratory,the way is now paved for better treatment and, in time, preven...
Source: Alzheimer's Reading Room, The - March 8, 2018 Category: Neurology Tags: alzheimer's research brain brain health brain prize brain research dementia research science Source Type: blogs
A Caregiver Must, Lend Your Brain to a Person Living with Dementia
Alzheimer's patients often forget how to perform normal tasks like taking a shower. For this reason alone - we must lend them our brain.By Bob DeMarcoAlzheimer's Reading RoomYou have probably heard the saying -two heads are better than one.Nothing could be more true when caring for someone living with dementia.How To Get a Dementia Patient to CooperateI took care of my mom, Dotty, from November 17, 2003 until the day she went to Heaven on May 25, 2012.3,112 days. I understand how caregivers feel. I know how difficult and trying it can be for those of us who care.Subscribe to the Alzheimer's Reading - This is a Free Service...
Source: Alzheimer's Reading Room, The - March 6, 2018 Category: Neurology Tags: alzheimer's care alzheimer's caregiving Alzheimer's Dementia awareness brain care of dementia patients communication dementia care health help with dementia care lifestyle memory care Source Type: blogs
Two words that can immediately make any dementia behavior less stressful
The beauty of the "why-this, try this" approach with dementia patients is that it starts working the very second you decide to use it.by Paula Spencer ScottAlzheimer's Reading RoomHow many times can one man take apart and try to repair an old clock? You can't imagine.Or maybe you can, if you're dealing with Alzheimer's or another dementia.Over and over in a single day, my dad would carefully take the antique off the wall, remove its back and sometimes a part or two, frown, leave the mess, and walk away.Alzheimer's Knowledge -How to help someone with Alzheimer's diseaseWhat didn't solve the problem: Pointing out, "Dad,...
Source: Alzheimer's Reading Room, The - March 1, 2018 Category: Neurology Tags: alzheimer's care alzheimers change Alzheimers Dementia care of dementia patients caregiving dementia help tips on dementia care Source Type: blogs
When A Person Living With Dementia Gets Angry and Confused
When a person living with dementia is left alone it is very easy for them to get angry and confused.By Bob DeMarcoAlzheimer's Reading RoomLet me start with the disclosure. I am not a doctor, or a scientist. I am an Alzheimer's caregiver.In the article,Alzheimer's Caregiver Heartbroken (Kate), I mentionedhow Dotty would withdraw, go into her bedroom for 20 hours or more and refuse to come out.This was gut wrenching and heartbreaking.The Best Way to Find Solutions to the Problems that Caregivers Face Each DayOver the years, I have received many emails where an Alzheimer's caregiver tells me that the person living with Alzhei...
Source: Alzheimer's Reading Room, The - March 1, 2018 Category: Neurology Tags: alzheimer's awareness alzheimer's care Alzheimer's Dementia caring for someone with dementia at home dementia care help alzheimer's help with dementia care memory care Source Type: blogs
Early Stage Alzheimer ’s Perspective
It isn't easy to identify early stage Alzheimer's, it is easy to rationalize their behaviors by simple believing they are getting old.By Elaine C PereiraAlzheimer's Reading RoomHaving lived my mother ’s journey through Alzheimer’s,I completely understand why families struggle to process their loved one ’s intermittent odd behaviors characteristic of the early stages of dementia.The onset of Alzheimer ’s is insidious; averbal outburst, occasional illogical idea, a strange albeit brief break from reality woven into an otherwise normal daily life.Why Won't Family Help, and Why Do They Criticize Us?Subscribe to the Alz...
Source: Alzheimer's Reading Room, The - February 26, 2018 Category: Neurology Tags: Alzheimers Dementia care homes for elderly with dementia care of dementia patients elderly dementia care health Source Type: blogs
How to Give the Greatest Hug Ever Invented
I took care of my mother who lived with dementia for 8 and a half years. 3,112 days.By Bob DeMarcoAlzheimer's Reading RoomI understand how Alzheimer's caregiver feel. I was one.As part of learning how to communicate more effectively with my mom,I invented the greatest hug ever.This hug is not limited to persons living with dementia; in fact, it works with everyone and will improve your life.Alzheimer's Care The Power of Purpose in Our LivesIf you don't touch your loved one who will? The Importance of Touch and Kindness in Dementia CareAre you hugging someone you care about at least 3 times a day? 3 times you ask? I st...
Source: Alzheimer's Reading Room, The - February 26, 2018 Category: Neurology Tags: alzheimers connect Alzheimers Dementia care of dementia patients caregiving caring for dementia patients dementia help for caregivers hug Source Type: blogs
The 9 Step Approach to the Greatest Hug Ever Invented
I took care of my mother who lived with dementia for 8 and a half years. 3,112 days.By Bob DeMarcoAlzheimer's Reading RoomI understand how Alzheimer's caregiver feel. I was one.As part of learning how to communicate more effectively with my mom,I invented the greatest hug ever.This hug is not limited to persons living with dementia; in fact, it works with everyone and will improve your life.Alzheimer's Care The Power of Purpose in Our LivesIf you don't touch your loved one who will? The Importance of Touch and Kindness in Dementia CareAre you hugging someone you care about at least 3 times a day? 3 times you ask? I st...
Source: Alzheimer's Reading Room, The - February 26, 2018 Category: Neurology Tags: alzheimers connect Alzheimers Dementia care of dementia patients caregiving caring for dementia patients dementia help for caregivers hug Source Type: blogs
How to Cope With Your Emotions When Your Loved One Has Hallucinations
A hallucination occurs when a person sees, hears, feels, tastes, or smells something that isn ’t there.by Marie MarleyAlzheimer's Reading Room“Marie,” my life partner, Ed, shouted by phone from his memory care facility.“I was beaten by six aides today.”I gasped as though someone had just hit me in the solar plexus.He continued, his voice breaking,“They beat me and kicked me repeatedly.”How to Adapt the Caregiver Brain to Alzheimer's and DementiaIn a moment of sheer terror, I wondered if maybe someone had hit him. TV news stories of nursing home abuse flashed before my eyes and I felt nauseous.Subscribe to the...
Source: Alzheimer's Reading Room, The - February 23, 2018 Category: Neurology Tags: alzheimers care alzheimers connect care of dementia patients coping with alzheimers dementia care emotion hallucinations Source Type: blogs
Study finds alcohol use the biggest risk factor for dementia
This study looked specifically at the effect of alcohol use disorders, and included people who had been diagnosed with mental and behavioural disorders or chronic diseases that were attributable to chronic harmful use of alcohol.Of the 57,000 cases of early-onset dementia (before the age of 65), the majority (57%) were related to chronic heavy drinking.What is the Difference Between Alzheimer ’s and DementiaSubscribe to the Alzheimer's Reading - This is a Free Service - Join NowLargest study of its kind finds alcohol use biggest risk factor for dementiaOf the 57,000 cases of early-onset dementia (before the age of 65), t...
Source: Alzheimer's Reading Room, The - February 23, 2018 Category: Neurology Tags: alcohol dementia alcohol disorder Alzheimers Dementia chocoholic abuse chronic alcohol abuse dementia care dementia risk early onset dementia Source Type: blogs
Sleep Medications for Alzheimer's and Dementia Patients
I often have family caregivers request medications to help people living with Alzheimer's and related dementia to sleep.By Rita JablonskiAlzheimer's Reading RoomMedications have their place in Alzheimer's care, but only AFTER all of the suggestions listed below have been followed.It may seem exhausting to the caregiver to have to engage in all of these activities; but, the resultscould lessen exhaustion, frustration, and stress in a manner of days.Subscribe to the Alzheimer's Reading - This is a Free Service - Join NowRule Out Physical Problems FirstThere are many medical conditions that contribute to problems sleeping.Som...
Source: Alzheimer's Reading Room, The - February 19, 2018 Category: Neurology Tags: alzheimers dementia connect alzheimers sleep alzheimers symptoms alzheimers treatment care of dementia patients dementia sleep not sleeping sleep medication Source Type: blogs
