Category Archives: Alzheimer’s

OPTIONS FOR SENIOR LIVING

GETTING OLDER…………. WHAT ARE YOUR HOUSING OPTIONS? -Age in Place:  Make sure your home is safe and fully accessible.  Should you have a pendant or watch that indicates a fall or other emergency?  Door bell monitor?  Understand and vet all … Continue reading

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Assisted Living: Possible ways to pay

Assisted Living is basically defined as a community to help an individual with their “Activities of Daily Living”. ADL’s are: Walking, or otherwise getting around the home or outside. The technical term for this is “ambulating.” Feeding, as in being … Continue reading

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Is it Dementia (Alzheimer’s) or is it something else????

Before you accept a diagnosis of Dementia, please have a full physical exam. 4 medical issues that could be mistaken for Alzheimer’s disease: •Medication. The medications your doctor prescribes could provide different side effects as you age. …  (Have your … Continue reading

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