Late-stage Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is extremely difficult for both the patient and the caretaker. The caretaker is forced to watch as their loved one’s cognitive and physical abilities slowly decline. It is physically and emotionally draining. Knowing your major concern areas ahead of time can help...
Learning that your loved one has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease can be a very difficult experience. Learning about the stages and treatments of the disease, and helping to plan for the future are all daunting tasks. While the primary focus tends to be on...
Many patients and caregivers do not know how to start preparing for the progression of Alzheimer’s disease. Confusion, sadness, and a feeling of hopelessness are common after diagnosis. However, if the patient and caregiver use self-management techniques, then these feelings can be significantly decreased, and...