The most common form of dementia impacts short-term memory and language first—and accounts for nearly 70 percent of all dementia cases.
Vascular dementia is one of the least predictable forms of the disease. Caused by a series of small strokes over a long period of time, it can create sudden changes in ability and affect judgment and behavior.
The third most common form of dementia, Lewy body dementia can cause visual disturbances and delusional thinking, and severely impact walking and balance.
This refers to a group of disorders caused by progressive nerve cell loss in the brain. It can cause impulse and behavioral changes, language difficulties, and a general sense of apathy.
Whether your loved one is experiencing memory problems, confusion, difficulty planning, managing their finances, or completing familiar tasks, our team will support them through these challenges and provide cognitive engagement to improve their quality of life. Before starting care, we’ll get to know them as a person, not just a patient, understanding who your loved one was before their cognitive decline and what they’re passionate about today.
We’ll meet your loved one where they are on their journey and help them continue to be who they are—living safely in the home they love. And we’ll help you and other family members get the support and respite care you need to rest and recharge.
One of the most common signs of Alzheimer’s disease,
especially in the early stage, is forgetting recently learned information. Others include forgetting important dates or events, asking the same questions over and over, and increasingly
needing to rely on memory aids (e.g., reminder notes or
electronic devices) or family members for things they used to
handle on their own.
Some people living with changes in their memory due to
Alzheimer’s or other dementia may experience changes in their
ability to develop and follow a plan or work with numbers. They
may have trouble following a familiar recipe or keeping track of
monthly bills. They may have difficulty concentrating and take
much longer to do things than they did before.
People living with memory changes from Alzheimer’s or other dementia often find it hard to complete daily tasks. Sometimes
they may have trouble driving to a familiar location, organizing a grocery list or remembering the rules of a favorite game.
People living with Alzheimer’s or other dementia can lose track
of dates, seasons and the passage of time. They may have
trouble understanding something if it is not happening
Some people living with Alzheimer’s or other dementia could
experience vision changes. This may lead to difficulty with balance or trouble reading. They may also have problems
judging distance and determining color or contrast, causing
issues with driving.
People living with Alzheimer’s or other dementia may have
trouble following or joining a conversation. They may stop in the middle of a conversation and have no idea how to continue or
they may repeat themselves. They may struggle with
vocabulary, have trouble naming a familiar object or use the
wrong name (e.g., calling a “watch” a “hand-clock”).
A person living with Alzheimer’s or other dementia may put
things in unusual places. They may lose things and be unable to go back over their steps to find them again. He or she may accuse others of stealing, especially as the disease progresses.
Individuals living with Alzheimer’s or other dementia may
experience changes in judgment or decision-making. For example, they may use poor judgment when dealing with
money or pay less attention to grooming or keeping themselves
clean.
A person living with Alzheimer’s or other dementia may
experience changes in the ability to hold or follow a conversation. As a result, they may withdraw from hobbies,
social activities or other engagements. They may have trouble
keeping up with a favorite team or activity.
Individuals living with Alzheimer’s or other dementia may
experience mood and personality changes. They can become confused, suspicious, depressed, fearful or anxious. They may be easily upset at home, with friends or when out of their
comfort zone.
If your loved one is in need of Alzheimer’s or dementia care, A Caring Touch for Seniors® is here to help. Call us today to learn more about our Alzheimer’s and dementia care services.
