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Alzheimer's Awareness Month
What are the signs of Alzheimer's?
June is Alzheimer awareness month! We specialize in caring for those with Alzheimer’s. If you or someone you know needs help with care, don’t hesitate to give us a call. We can give a helping hand. Do you know the signs of Alzheimer’s? They are sometimes hard to catch.
At first, a person may function well. Your loved one’s ability to work, drive, and be social will still be there. But they may feel like they are having memory lapses, forgetting words or everyday common objects. The early stages of symptoms usually include:
• Difficulty with names
• Difficulty with coming up with the right words
• Difficulty with tasks at work or in social settings
• Difficulty with remembering material that was just read
• Losing objects regularly
• Difficulty with organization or future planning
The early stages can seem like it is just normal behavior due to old age. Make sure that this is not the case by seeking help from a doctor.
The Mid-Stages of Alzheimer’s seems to take the longest. During this time, your loved one may be frustratingly confused and show strange behavior. This comes from the damage to nerve cells in the brain.
• The symptoms in this stage include:
• A withdrawal from reality
• Difficulty with time and what day it is
• Difficulty in forgetting events
• Difficulty remembering personal information like phone numbers and past experiences
• Difficulty getting ready for the day
• Increase in getting lost
• Difficulty with sleeping schedules
In this stage, some care may be required but overall some independence can still be retained. However, as Alzheimer’s progresses, more intense care may be necessary. In severe cases this may occur:
• Will need 24-hour assistance with daily care
• Difficulty with walking, sitting, and other physical activities
• Difficulty communication with people
• Being more susceptible to illnesses and infections
During this stage, caregivers may want to use support services, such as hospice care, which focus on providing comfort and dignity at the end of life. Hospice can be of great benefit to people in the final stages of Alzheimer’s and other dementias and their families. Remember, Always First Homecare Companion Service is here to help you and your family.
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We are here to give you and your loved ones a helping hand, no contract is necessary. Contact us today to find out more.