Alzheimer’s Disease and Caring For Loved Ones

 

Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is a brain disorder named for German physician Alois Alzheimer, who first described it in 1906. Scientists have learned a great deal about Alzheimer’s disease in the century since Dr. Alzheimer first drew attention to it. Today we know that Alzheimer’s is a progressive and fatal brain disease. As many as 5 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease. Alzheimer's destroys brain cells, causing problems with memory, thinking and behavior severe enough to affect work, lifelong hobbies or social life. Alzheimer’s gets worse over time, and it is fatal. Today it is the seventh-leading cause of death in the United States.

How can Executive Home Care help you manage the care of a loved one with Alzheimer’s Disease?
Most people hope to age safely and comfortably in their own home, including those managing AD. Many Alzheimer’s patients can safely stay in their own home for a period of time, and that’s where Executive Home Care can provide care assistance. Executive Home Care Caregivers can help and provide the family with peace of mind. Services may include:

Assisting the client with dressing or grooming
Transferring and Ambulation
Personal Hygiene, Grooming and Dental Care
Continence Care and Toileting
Meal Preparation
Respite Care - Give your Family Members a much needed break

Contact Us to discuss the care of your loved one.