Description
Due to the progression of the disease, a person with Alzheimer's disease Alzheimer's disease
A neurological disease that affects memory and behaviour. It is characterized by beta-amyloid plaques and neurofibrillary tangles in the brain. There is no known cause but genetics and lifestyle are thought to play a role. experiences the loss of certain abilities Abilities
Level at which certain actions and activities can be carried out. that not only reduce his or her actual level of independence, but undermines his or her sense of self. Because of decreasing functioning, everyday activities such as bathing and meal preparation may now pose a threat to their safety. Additionally, operating appliances and gadgets may be unsafe and require assistance or limitations for the person you care for. Due to memory Memory
The ability to process information that requires attention, storage, and retrieval. impairments, remembering appointments and keeping a routine becomes increasingly difficult. The person you care for is dependent on you to remind them and transport them to their activities and appointments. As this dependence grows the person you care for may even rely on you to answer questions for them, and speak for them. With their increasing reliance on you as their caregiver, they may begin to fear daily life without you. This can lead to the person you care for shadowing Shadowing
Actions where a person with dementia begins to follow, mimic and interupt their caregiver's behaviours. you, or following you everywhere.
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