Tag archive for ‘alzheimer’
Separating Fact from Fallacy: Is It Alzheimer’s or Aging?
Gilbert Guide’s Dr. Joseph Woelfel, Ph.D., has wrote an article that goes into detail about the differences between “normal” memory loss while aging and dementia, and Alzheimer Disease in specific since this is the most common form of dementia. A well informed article with some tips on therapies as well as links to resources that [...]
Care Giving Tips for Alzheimer Patients
Taking care of a person with Alzheimer disease can be a hard and demanding job. An article on the La Dolce Living website gives a comprehensive list of information and advice that can help you doing this job. It covers tips from dealing with the diagnosis to communication and home safety.
Officials study alternative long-term care facilities
An article by Allison Rupp from the Jackson Hole Star Tribune discusses one alternative model for long-term care facilities that provide care for Alzheimer’s patients.
Sensing a Difference With Snoezelen Therapy
If you’re not familiar with Snoezelen Therapy and its applications for residents living with dementia and Alzheimer’s, you should definitely read Debra Anscombe Wood’s (RN) article on Southampton Estates.
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