"All the caregivers, both with Dad and John were exceptional. It makes such a difference to have that extra person to make sure all is well and running smoothly."
Dementia refers to a group of symptoms that are caused by changes in brain function. Signs of dementia include changes in memory personality and behavior making it hard for a person to successfully carry out normal daily activities.
Managing caregiving costs for Alzheimer's patients can be challenging as the needs are great and may increase over time which can increase family stress.
Noticing subtle changes in memory and responsiveness is common. Staying involved helps parents remain engaged and will help you recognize memory changes.
Coping with all the changes in social and family relationships can be challenging for older adults. Knowing your parent well can help you recognize changes.