Covid 19 & Alzheimers Dementia Care
July 28, 2020
Ways to balance quality of life while combating COVID 19 With all the daily news about the ongoing spread of COVID 19, it can seem
Alzheimer's Dementia & Memory Care
Alzheimer’s, Dementia & Memory Care is a growing concern. Here we discuss effective treatments and or therapies, as well as, research initiatives. We provide information about the disease process. We help to find effective ways to help manage & treat this incurable disease. The goal is to help improve quality of life, function and social interactions for the impaired individual and the family. Until there is a cure the best plan is to find a reliable and experienced team. A team that includes a geriatric MD. Only a carefully chosen team can provide the needed leadership and the best medical & behavioral treatment plan for each individual.
Alzheimer’s, Dementia and Memory Care is a topic which is affecting larger numbers of the population these days. Many forget that like most chronic illnesses Alzheimer’s also affects the spouse, and entire family who care for their loved one. The illness can progress over a decade or more. These can have an impact on both, the individual and the broader family. While doctors are focused on the individual patient many times, they would achieve better outcomes for BOTH the patient with Dementia and the family if they broadened their treatment to include non-medical, social, and financial aspects of the care plan. Geriatrics is a specialty that has focused training on these diseases. includes this specialized training.
Dementia Care
August 14, 2018
Dementia care is a very complex service to find. Many initially focus on the need for a private room or the food. However, they also
Dementia Care in Las Vegas to Ensure Good Health of Senior Citizens
January 25, 2016
The centers for elder care in Las Vegas helping out many people to prevent dementia that is mostly faced by aged persons. Choosing the right
Finding the Right Assisted Living with Memory Care Service
March 12, 2015
Old age often comes with its fair share of challenges. You may wake up one day to find that a loved one is gradually succumbing
How to Choose Care Homes for Dementia Patients
February 23, 2015
Every person yearns to relish the later part of life by retiring to a comforting retreat after they ply through their jobs and other commitments
Read Through the Advantages of an Alzheimer Care Facility
February 20, 2015
Alzheimer is a disease that stems from the progressive disorder of brain. In recent times, it has become prevalent among a large group of people
A Pressing Need for Ultimate Care in Alzheimer
January 23, 2015
Alzheimer encompasses a wide spectrum of dementia and the suggestive symptoms, such as cognitive impairment, partial or complete loss of memory, lack of insight, and
Fundamentals of Dementia Care: Part 2
December 18, 2014
This post is a second part of our previous post Fundamentals of Dementia Care: Part 1. When you notice dementia symptoms in your dear one,
Fundamentals of Dementia Care: Part 1
December 12, 2014
Human beings are mortals and go through various crucial stages of life. Some are extremely distressing and others not so much. As we age, several
Alzheimer’s Care Facility: Where Every Resident is a Priority
October 28, 2014
As per recent stats released by Alzheimer’s Foundation of America, more than 5.1 million Americans may have this disease. As the disease progresses, an individual
Alzheimer’s Care Facility: Treatment beyond Medicines
October 6, 2014
Dementia, Alzheimer, and memory loss are a few common terms, often used interchangeably, for cognitive impairment. Mostly individuals suffering from these diseases believe that they
Alzheimer’s Dementia and 90 + study reveal the new data on Alzheimer’s.
May 24, 2014
This article on Alzheimer’s and and related 60 minutes show are devoted to follow up of a study at UC Irvine that followed retrospectively a
New solutions for Alzheimer’s household caretakers two.
May 19, 2014
Part one summary of options for Alzheimer’s household caretakers. In part one we covered the usual superficial precautions for caregivers to watch out for tension,
Dr McGivney’s new solutions for Alzheimer’s family caregivers.
May 11, 2014
Dr McGivney’s new solutions for Alzheimer’s family caregivers. Its common knowledge: Helping to care for a sick or dying loved one exacts a steep emotional
Alzheimer’s disease – behavioral therapies
April 28, 2014
All medical providers list alzheimers disease behavioral therapies as the primary treatment for Alzheimer’s Disease. But due to the fact that it is not a
Alzheimer’s Disease Treatment. – Pills
April 26, 2014
In this section we talk about Alzheimer’s disease treatment and focus on the medications. Aricept and Namenda Pills like Aricept, (Donezepil), Namenda and Exelon might
Alzheimers Disease diagnostic criteria
April 22, 2014
While the requirements for diagnosing Alzheimers disease have been upgraded and now attempt to concentrate on identifying phases of senile dementia of the Alzheimer’s type
What is Alzheimer’s Disease?
April 20, 2014
Definition of Alzheimer’s Disease Alzheimer’s disease is a neurological disorder where the death of brain cells triggers amnesia and cognitive decrease. A neurodegenerative sort of
ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE LAS VEGAS: HOW WILL NEW ALZHEIMERS TEST HELP YOU?
January 27, 2014
At-home test may help diagnose Alzheimer’s NEW TEST TO DIAGNOSE ALZHEIMER’S. 4 pg test, with written questions to answer and drawings. While this article
DEMENTIA CARE: LAS VEGAS DEMENTIA CARE COSTS PROJECTED TO RISE!
November 30, 2013
Dementia Care Costs Rise will be reflected in the cost of Dementia Care in Las Vegas too. I wanted to share this NYT article
ALZHEIMER’S and DEMENTIA CARE COST MORE THAN CANCER OR HEART DISEASE!
April 15, 2013
CNNMoney reports on a New England Journal of Medicine article that notes the cost of Alzheimers and Dementia care is already more than the cost of
Dementia Care-Exercise, social interaction may trump meds for Dementia Care
April 13, 2013
I am glad that medicine is starting to study Dementia Care and emotional health and wellness as much as they are able. Many many not