by Kathryn Watson | Alzheimer's Disease, Caregiver Burnout, Caregiver Stress, Dementia Behaviors
Caring for a spouse with dementia can be emotionally and physically challenging. The relationship you have with your spouse is like no other. As the disease progresses, your spouse may experience changes in behavior, mood, and memory. To provide the best care...
by Kathryn Watson | Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, Family Caregiver, Vascular Dementia
Dementia is a term used to describe a group of symptoms that affect brain function. It is a progressive disorder that can affect memory, thinking, language, behavior, and emotions. Dementia is not a specific disease but rather a general term that describes a...
by Kathryn Watson | Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, FTD
As people age, they become more susceptible to a range of neurological disorders that can affect their quality of life. Two of the most common conditions that affect the elderly are Alzheimer’s disease and frontotemporal dementia (FTD). Although both conditions...
by Kathryn Watson | Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, Early Onset
Early-onset dementia is a life-altering disease that affects millions of people around the world. It’s important to understand what early-onset dementia is and how it affects life expectancy. Here are the questions we’ll answer about early-onset dementia: What...
by Kathryn Watson | Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia
When it comes to dementia, there are many signs that can be observed early on. Understanding these early signs can help to detect the disease sooner and provide the opportunity to take action. Here are the 7 early signs of dementia. 1. Confusion 2. Trouble Completing...
by Kathryn Watson | Alzheimer's Disease, Memory Care
Alzheimer’s disease and memory care are both growing in prevalence, yet there are many misconceptions about these two subjects. In this article, we will explore the facts about Alzheimer’s disease and memory care. 1. What is Alzheimer’s Disease? 2. What is Memory...
