by Riverwood Senior Living Riverwood | Apr 29, 2016 | Alzheimer's & Memory Care
Along with the aging process come a host of changes both mentally and physically. It can be difficult to distinguish between the senior moments that come with aging and signs of dementia and Alzheimer’s. Alzheimer’s is the most common form of dementia that causes...
by Riverwood Senior Living Riverwood | Nov 30, 2015 | Alzheimer's & Memory Care
Accepting the onset of Alzheimer’s disease with a doctor’s diagnosis is the first step in preparing for a future in which a senior can make arrangements that preserve his or her comfort and dignity. Doing so as early as possible helps to reduce the disruptive impact...
by Riverwood Senior Living Riverwood | Jul 31, 2014 | Alzheimer's & Memory Care
What are the signs that someone might possibly have Alzheimer’s disease? It can be difficult for laypersons to diagnose because Alzheimer’s usually comes on slowly and eventually progresses. This is why it is so important for a person who thinks they may be in the...
by Riverwood Senior Living Riverwood | Apr 29, 2013 | Alzheimer's & Memory Care
Memory seems ephemeral, but it’s really a combination of health and skill that you can maintain like your weight or your golf swing. You can protect your memory against aging, or in some cases slow the effects of memory-related conditions as they occur with a few...
by Riverwood Senior Living Riverwood | Dec 17, 2012 | Alzheimer's & Memory Care
When someone you care about begins to have trouble remembering things, it is both emotionally and logistically difficult. Everyday tasks can be harder for your loved one to accomplish, and relationships may suffer. It is especially hard when Alzheimer’s,...