Posts Tagged ‘dementia’
Medication Management
Many aging adults find themselves taking medications for various chronic conditions and other health issues. Research indicates that as the number of prescription medications a person (ages 70 or older) takes increases, so do challenges with medication management and potential health risks. Certain medications such as opioids, can easily become harmful if not taken as…
Read MoreUnderstanding and Overcoming the Challenges of an Alzheimer’s Diagnosis
Knowing the warning signs of Alzheimer’s disease is important for early detection and diagnosis. Family members are often the first to notice the signs but may struggle on how to approach their loved one about scheduling an appointment with their doctor. Once they do broach the subject, they may be met with resistance or denial.…
Read MoreUnderstanding Symptoms of Alzheimer’s
Nearly 60 percent of caregivers who care for someone with Alzheimer’s disease or another dementia rate the emotional stress of caregiving as high or very high. A new Alzheimer’s diagnosis can bring with it a whirlwind of stress, confusion and anxiety about what to expect as the disease progresses. This webinar will offer a how-to…
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