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 | They say, "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of a cure." True in many circumstances, but especially in the case of a person with dementia who may wander. According to the Alzheimer's Association, 6 out of 10 people with Alzheimer's disease will wander at some point. From having worked with hundreds of people with dementia, that risk appears greater when it's warm outside. Learn more about wandering and other summer safety issues for people with dementia. | |
Summer Safety Tips for People with Dementia
School's out, frost warnings are finally ending, and summer is almost here. It's time to re-introduce ourselves to the neighbors and spend some quality time outdoors. As we enjoy the warmer weather, it's important to think about how... Read more
| Bleepin', Bleepity Bleep Words in Dementia- Why Is She Saying THAT?
Some of the world's nicest people are those that have dementia. They're the ones described as "pleasantly confused" in the medical charts, and they go with the flow, smiling at... Read more
| Why Should You Get Your Thyroid Levels Tested?
How long has it been since you've had your thyroid levels checked? Do you know what the results were? And why, on a site that discusses all things dementia and... Read more
| Should You Choose Palliative Care or Hospice for a Loved One with Advanced Dementia?
As Alzheimer's and other dementias progress into the later stages, some people opt for additional support and care through home health care, a facility such as a nursing... Read more
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