Posted by Dr. Robert Stern on 1 May 2008 | 1 Comments
Tags:
Alzheimer's Disease,
Dementia,
Driving,
Memory Loss
All too often, I hear the words, “I’d rather die!”
from a patient with dementia after being told that they are
no longer safe to drive and must stop driving. And, all too
often I am told by the loved one of a patient with dementia
that they are scared of bringing up the topic of driving
cessation for fear of the patient’s anger or sadness.
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Posted by Jennifer Hoadley, Program Director, BayView Memory Support Neighborhood on 1 April 2008 | 0 Comments
Tags:
Alzheimer's disease,
grandchildren,
visiting tips,
family support
Alzheimer’s disease can be especially confusing for your
young child or teenager. They may feel hurt not to be
remembered or scared by a grandparent’s change in
behavior. Educate your child about the disease, prepare for
visits, and talk often about feelings.
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Posted by Tadd Clelland, Executive Vice President, Senior Living Residences on 5 March 2008 | 1 Comments
Tags:
alzheimer's care,
Memory Support Neighborhoods,
family support
Caring for seniors with Alzheimer’s disease and related
dementias is something we take very seriously at Senior
Living Residences. Four of our assisted living communities
have specialized residential programs located within secure
wings of their buildings that cater to seniors with memory
loss.
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