Who do people turn to when they need comfort or are in crisis? Houses of worship often come to the top of the list.
This is no different when families are facing Alzheimer's disease.
A survey of caregivers of loved ones with Alzheimer's disease, which was conducted by Harris Interactive for the Alzheimer's Foundation of America, found that religion and spirituality are a significant part of the caregiving journey. These caregivers-religious respondents more so than non-religious...
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I made a mistake with my insulin, a mistake not caused by my dementia. It was evening and I was getting ready to go to bed. At night, I... Read more »
Aging and memory loss - two things most of us think go hand-in-hand. But science tells us they do not. Memory loss is not a normal part of... Read more »
Recently, I have been reminded of the importance of looking outward from oneself. I have an uncle and an aunt, the brother and sister of my... Read more »
My friend, Pam, has educated herself about the challenges faced by people with dementia ever since her husband was diagnosed with early... Read more »
When you have questions about Alzheimers disease, caregiving or brain health, the Alzheimers Association 24/7 Helpline has the answers. Staffed... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Forgetfulness; Amnesia; Impaired memory; Loss of memory; Amnestic syndrome Home Care The family should provide support. Reality... Read more »
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