Alzheimer’s Disease in Conjunction with Other Illnesses
Sometimes a tough situation becomes even tougher, which is often the case when you receive news that a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease has developed another life-threatening medical condition. In...
Alzheimer’s Disease and Pain
Some people wonder whether or not individuals with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia experience pain the way the rest of us do. Indeed, with the way the disease impairs memory, speech,...
Selecting an In-Home Caregiver
Those dealing with issues related to Alzheimer’s disease and dementia for the first time may feel overwhelmed with the number of items that require addressing. One item in particular concerns...
Considering a Pet as a Companion
Animals are well-known for their calming affects, and as you might imagine, those with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia—just like the rest of us—can benefit immensely from having a dog, cat,...
Managing “Sundowning”
As the day wears on into the afternoon and early evening, those with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia often show increased amounts of confusion. This escalation in confusion as the day...
Long-Term Planning – Cracking the Code
In Protect Your Family! We’ve Cracked the Code on Long-Term Care Planning, Paul J. Stano and ten leading elder law attorneys shed light on up-to-date issues concerning seniors, their families,...
Whether or Not to Impart News of a Diagnosis
Due to their ages, loved ones in their “golden years” oftentimes have very few family members or friends remaining in their lives. In fact, caregivers of these loved ones often...
Visiting Your Loved One
You may wonder what is the best approach for visiting your loved one who you’ve recently placed in a nursing home or assisted living facility. Such consideration is very important,...
When Adult Day Care is Not Enough
If managing your loved one in the evening becomes overwhelming and neither of you can find a moment’s respite, then you should know that you have multiple options. For one,...
Medicaid and Assisted Living Facilities: Some Concerns
Many family members of those living with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia will want to make sure they spend plenty of time researching assisted living facilities before settling one a place...
Family Councils: Staying Organized
Family members and friends of nursing home residents often pull together to form organizations known as family councils. Family councils, very simply, are organizations put together by and for family...
At What Point Should I Have My Father Assessed?
While aggressive behavior may indicate that you need to have your loved one assessed, you should be sure to spend plenty of time investigating your loved one’s environment to be...