Our elderly population is made up of numerous wonderful people. So many of our parents and grandparents offer us great wisdom and support as their several years of experience have enlightened them. Those many years, however, contribute to the challenges...
We’ve all heard of the cognitive disorder known as Alzheimer’s disease. But, for many, it isn’t quite clear just how much the condition impacts the brain. Alzheimer’s disease can be defined as changes in the brain that lead to the deposits of...
If we’re lucky, we’ll all experience long and fruitful lives. However, we’re well aware that the older we get, the more physical and mental challenges we’re likely to face. It’s simple science really. As the World Health Organization explains,...
For many older adults, forgetfulness is an issue. While some can jokingly pass it off as a symptom of getting old, for many seniors dementia is a harsh reality. Dementia is the umbrella term that describes a set of symptoms that impacts brain function. It is...
Navigating The Health Care System After A Dementia Diagnosis There are many misnomers associated with dementia. “It’s just memory loss” and “It’s an old person’s disease” are two of the most popular. Dementia, in fact, does not reference one specific...
