Category Archives: Alzheimer’s

Finding Answers to Difficult Elder Care Needs

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Aging Life Care Managers™ answer elder care questions

Today’s blog post is inspired by a quote shared in honor of Dr. Seuss’s birthday –  “Sometimes the questions are complicated and the answers are simple.” When removed from the colorful illustrations and Seussical characters, this statement really stands out and “hits home” for Aging Life Care Professionals™. “Sometimes the questions are complicated and the … Continue reading Finding Answers to Difficult Elder Care Needs →

What to Do When Your Elderly Neighbor Needs Help

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My elderly neighbor needs help

Have you seen your elderly neighbor speeding by the park? Or perhaps driving slower than a snail, in the wrong lane? Maybe you’ve found him wandering the streets confused? Or noticed that she hasn’t come outside when, normally, she waters her garden every other day? Not everyone has family nearby to routinely check-in or monitor … Continue reading What to Do When Your Elderly Neighbor Needs Help →

Aging Life Care Association® Members on Overcoming Challenges and Resistance

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A fiercely independent aging adult resisting help is challenging in itself. But combined with an Alzheimer’s diagnosis, safety concerns, and family at a distance, this Aging Life Care Professional® had to be persistent and creative in her approach. Here, Aging Life Care Professional Amy Natt, MS, CSA, CMC describes how over time she was able … Continue reading Aging Life Care Association® Members on Overcoming Challenges and Resistance →

Caring for Someone with Dementia? Find Support from an Aging Life Care™ Expert

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Today is the last day of September and the last day of World Alzheimer’s Month.  While this dedicated month educates people on the signs of Alzheimer’s and dementia, it is also about supporting the loved ones who live with dementia and those that provide care. Caring for someone with dementia can test even the strongest … Continue reading Caring for Someone with Dementia? Find Support from an Aging Life Care™ Expert →

World Alzheimer’s Day – September 21, 2015

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During World Alzheimer's Month, the ALCA blog will share posts on dementia.

September 21st is World Alzheimer’s Day – the Pinnacle of World Alzheimer’s Month    If you are worried about yourself or someone you love, take a look at this list of 10 Early Signs and Symptoms of Alzheimer’s Disease from the Alzheimer’s Association.  This list also points out what is typical age-related memory loss and … Continue reading World Alzheimer’s Day – September 21, 2015 →

How to Help Loved Ones with Dementia Cope with the Loss of a Spouse

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ways to avoid caregiver burnout

There are creative and effective ways to help an aging parent, family member or loved one who suffers from Alzheimer’s disease or dementia cope with the loss of their spouse, according to a survey of Aging Life Care™ experts.  Remembering that there are different stages and types of dementia, making sure the surviving spouse does … Continue reading How to Help Loved Ones with Dementia Cope with the Loss of a Spouse →

What are the Stages of Dementia?

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Understanding the Stages of Dementia Can Help You Provide Better Care by Heather Imhoff, MSW, LMSW, Aging Life Care Association™ Member   Dementia is a progressive and often times, heart-breaking disease. Though every individual is different, there are  three primary stages of dementia, each with its own unique set of symptoms. Different care strategies for … Continue reading What are the Stages of Dementia? →

September is World Alzheimer’s Month

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During World Alzheimer's Month, the ALCA blog will share posts on dementia.

Worried About Your Memory?  Could it be Dementia? Is it Alzheimer’s? by Linda Fodrini-Johnson, MA, MFT, CMC, Aging Life Care Association™ member and Fellow of the Leadership Academy We all have bouts of forgetfulness. We drive past the exit we wanted, we forget the name of a neighbor we have known for years, or we … Continue reading September is World Alzheimer’s Month →

Aging in Place? Aging Life Care Professionals™ Help Keep You Home and Out of the Hospital

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Aging Life Care Experts

Like many of her colleagues, Anne Sansevero, RN, AGNP, MA, CCM of New York, New York works with clients that are aging in place, at their home. Anne’s specialty is helping clients with neurological issues, such as Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, Parkinson’s disease, or stroke. As Anne shares here, it is her focus as an Aging … Continue reading Aging in Place? Aging Life Care Professionals™ Help Keep You Home and Out of the Hospital →

Managing Crisis Situations

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Managing Crisis Situations: One Aging Life Care Professional’s™ Story Managing crisis situations is something Aging Life Care Professionals do often, and something that they do very well. The entire skill set of an Aging Life Care Professional can be put to the test in answering just one phone call. At the 2015 Aging Life Care Association™ … Continue reading Managing Crisis Situations →