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posted 11/19/2009, comments (3)
Hospital Stays Can Be Detrimental to Loved Ones with Alzheimer's Disease
Mom had only two extended stays at the hospital after her diagnosis with Alzheimer's disease. In both cases, I was a visible presence. Although I didn't stay with her overnight, I did hang out in her room for extended periods of time so that the medical staff were aware of my presence. And if there was a problem, I didn't hesitate to bring any... Read more
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posted 11/19/2009, comments (4)
Structuring My Day—In Spite of Dementia!
How important is structure in the day of someone living with dementia? It seems to be VERY important. But HOW does one create structure when one is retired and every day is different? That is my dilemma. Here are my suggestions: 1. Keep a calendar current. I actually have multiple calendars: ... Read more
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posted 11/17/2009, comment (1)
Get Screened!
Sometimes unsolicited calls on busy, busy days let you know you're making a difference. So it was one day this past summer. I, along with my staff at the Alzheimer's Foundation of America (AFA), were in the thick of planning our events to commemorate National Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month in November. By sheer coincidence, a call came in... Read more
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posted 11/17/2009, comments (5)
Guide to Antipsychotic Drug Side Effects and Alzheimer's
Antipsychotic medications are used to control psychoses such as schizophrenia, but they can also be used to treat behavioral disturbances such as suspicion and paranoia associated with Alzheimer's disease. Antipsychotic drugs, although not approved by the FDA for treatment of patients with dementia, are still prescribed and their use... Read more
