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 | Since November is National Alzheimer's Awareness Month and Family Caregiver Month, I've chosen to focus on a few related issues today. Included are an overview of Alzheimer's statistics, the caregiver's dilemma of nursing home or care at home, and coping with a new diagnosis of Alzheimer's. | |
Statistics and Effects of Alzheimer's
According to the Alzheimer's Association, November is National Alzheimer's Awareness Month and Family Caregiver Month. Here are some statistics about the prevalence of Alzheimer's and its effects on the individual and caregiver... Read more
| In-Home Care or Facility Care?
How many of you know someone who said to their family, "Do whatever you need to do to take care of me. But whatever that is, promise me that you... Read more
| Diagnosis of Alzheimer's: Now What?
Receiving a diagnosis of Alzheimer's for yourself or your loved one can stir up many feelings: grief, denial, frustration, helplessness, or anger. As you cope with these feelings, you may... Read more
| Coping With Alzheimer's
Not sure where to turn after receiving a diagnosis of Alzheimer's or another dementia? Consider these practical suggestions as a starting place. You may also want to visit the Alzheimer's forum to connect with others.
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