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5 Tips for Celebrating the Holidays With a Loved One Who Has Dementia

The holiday hustle and bustle is here, and it’s filled to bursting with end-of-year deadlines, gift-buying, decorating and celebration planning. While often joyous, this time of year can be stressful, however, particularly for those with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia and their caregivers.  The good news is that by managing your family’s expectations (and …

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These Are the Most Common Alzheimer’s Behaviors and How to Manage Them

Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia can transform our loved ones before our eyes. As a loved one caring for someone with this condition, it can be both challenging and frustrating. And you are not alone. In fact, the Alzheimer’s Association estimates that as many as 6.5 million Americans age 65 or older are living …

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How to Plan a Move to Memory Care for Your Loved One

The CDC currently estimates that 5.6 million people in the United States over the age of 65 suffer from Alzheimer’s or another type of dementia. It’s not uncommon for families to contend with the fraught question of when it’s time to move an aging parent or loved one from their home to a dedicated memory …

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It’s Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month at Village on the Green

Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month takes place annually each June. It provides an opportunity to join the Alzheimer’s Association in conversation and education about the brain, brain health, Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia. Typically there are events, fundraisers and other special activities held throughout the month. The Longest Day is the single largest …

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Understanding the Different Stages of Dementia

Dementia is a general term for symptoms of cognitive decline leading to impaired memory or reasoning that interferes with day-to-day living. Many types of dementia exist, and many conditions cause it. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common type of dementia, accounting for between 60 to 80% of dementia diagnoses. It’s a degenerative brain disease that …

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