by Family Private Care | Sep 4, 2013 | Alzheimers
Some people use the words “Alzheimer’s” and “dementia” interchangeably, but they actually mean different things. Alzheimer’s is a disease that affects approximately 5.3 million Americans. Dementia is a group of symptoms that affects cognitive thinking. Alzheimer’s is...
by Family Private Care | Sep 3, 2013 | Caregiving, Healthy Living
The first symptom of dementia is short term memory loss. As the symptoms progress, they become more severe and interfere with social and intellectual abilities. For your loved one, frustration and isolation can set in, which is why its important to remain calm and...
by Family Private Care | Aug 28, 2013 | Caregiving, Home Health Care
Dementia is a frightening condition that can rob a person of their cognitive abilities. At first, short term memory loss is experienced, but over time, the symptoms progress and interfere with a normal quality of life. Memory loss, difficulty communicating and...
by Family Private Care | Aug 21, 2013 | Caregiving, Home Health Care
Making the decision to hire in-home help for your loved one is a big step, but you’re not done yet. You must also take the time to hire the right type of help that will give your family member the best chance at staying in their home. We’ve all heard the horror...
by Family Private Care | Aug 14, 2013 | Caregiving, Home Health Care
Moving to an assisted living or long-term care facility is right for some families, but for others, they choose to keep their loved one in the home for as long as possible. When making the decision for your loved one, how do you know if home care is the best fit? Even...