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In Home Safety for Seniors Exhibiting Dementia Signs	August 11, 2008
In Home Safety for Seniors Exhibiting Signs of Dementia Home safety may not be the first thing on your mind when symptoms of dementia  begin showing up in one of your parents or your spouse, but it's imperative you address them if you want your mother or father or spouse to continue to enjoy his or her independence. The earliest signs of dementia don't always mean an individual has to go into an assisted living facility or move in with a family member; ... read more
Treatment Options for Elderly Dementia	August 1, 2008
Treatment Options for Dementia The first thing most people want to know after an  dementia diagnosis is "What are the treatment options?" The answer depends on several factors, including the type of dementia, the stage of the disease, and the symptoms exhibited. There are several forms of dementia caused by a number of diseases, but some of the most common are seen in the elderly. Treatment in these cases can take a variety of forms depending on several factors ... read more
Tips on Choosing an In-Home Caregiver for Persons with Dementia	July 23, 2008
Tips on Choosing an In-Home Caregiver for Persons with Dementia Continuing to live at home after a diagnosis of Alzheimer's or other form of dementia may be the right choice for the person diagnosed, but in most cases, he or she can't do it alone. The attending physician should provide a dementia overview indicating what caregivers will face in the coming months. Although persons with dementia may be able to live independently for some time, an in-home caregiver either ... read more
Difference between Dementia & Alzheimer's	July 21, 2008
What is the Difference Between Dementia and Alzheimer's? Many people use the terms " Dementia" and "Alzheimer's" interchangeably, but the two terms do not mean the same thing. Dementia refers to a cluster of symptoms, while Alzheimer's refers to a specific medical disease exhibiting many of the symptoms of Dementia. Some people who exhibit symptoms of dementia may be diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, but others will be diagnosed with a completely diff ... read more
Exercise for Senior Citizens with Dementia Symptoms	July 15, 2008
Exercise for Older People with Dementia Symptoms While regular exercise is important for everyone, it is particularly beneficial to older people. Exercise offers a number of physical and emotional benefits, including: Increased blood flow to the brain and enhanced cognition Improvement of mood through the release of serotonin Reduction of anxiety through the release of excess energy Alleviation of boredom ... read more
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