Carol Brauer

Free Ebook For Appleton Seniors: Identifying Alzheimer’s

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Free Ebook For Appleton Seniors: Identifying Alzheimer’s

June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness month and there’s no shortage of information and advocacy to not only find a cure for this disease that impacts the lives of millions each year, but also to promote awareness. And there’s no greater awareness than that of helping to identify and diagnose this disease so that individuals and their families can get the help that they need.

We’ve created a free ebook geared toward identifying the signs and symptoms of Alzheimer’s, including

  • An overview of Alzheimer’s and dementia
  • The signs and symptoms of mild to moderate dementia
  • The differences between this disease and age-related memory changes
  • And more!

Click here to download the ebook and pass it along to family and friends.

BrightStar Home Care of Appleton and Waupaca area proudly provides medical staffing, skilled nursing and non-medical in home care for seniors and children, including a passion for elder care companionship and supportive services in Outagamie, Waupaca, and portions of Winnebago, Calumet and Brown counties.  We are very proud of our Joint Commission  Accreditation to provide you the highest quality of care in the Appleton, Fox Cities and Waupaca areas.

Blog Support Alzheimer’s Awareness Month for Appleton Seniors

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Alzheimer’s Awareness Month for Appleton Seniors

How Appleton Seniors can Support Alzheimer’s Awareness Month

Whether or not you have an Appleton senior loved one living with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia, chances are you’re aware of the devastating effects of these diseases. Indeed, with more than 47 million people worldwide affected (projections estimate this number to rise to 76 million by 2030[1]), it’s hard to stay ignorant. Yet spreading awareness is more important than ever. Alzheimer’s is the sixth leading cause of death in the U.S. and the only one in the top 10 that can’t be prevented, slowed, or cured[2]. BrightStar Care eagerly supports the Alzheimer’s Association in its organization of Alzheimer’s Awareness Month this June. We’ll be blogging all month on ways to learn more and get involved, so keep checking back. This week, we share ways you can show support and honor Alzheimer’s sufferers.

Participate in the Longest Day

Monday, June 20 marks the summer solstice, the longest day of the year. In time with this, The Longest Day is a unique fundraising activity to honor those living with Alzheimer’s and their caregivers, for whom every day is long and hard. Not simply a run or walk, the Longest Day invites participants to spend the day doing something they love, whether that’s kayaking, biking, or dancing.[3]

Go Purple

People can also foster Alzheimer’s awareness on the Longest Day by “going purple,” the color of the Alzheimer’s Association. A few ideas to get involved: wear purple, change light bulbs, or write #ENDALZ on your windows in washable purple window chalk. However you participate, make sure to share your pictures on social media and use the hashtag #ENDALZ.

Become an Advocate

Anyone can sign up at the Alzheimer’s Association website to join their network of Alzheimer’s advocates. Advocates receive regular emails with ways to help influence national policy and create widespread awareness—everything from joining support groups to writing letters to congress to serving on advisory boards.[4]

Take Care of Yourself

Perhaps one of the simplest, but most profound ways to honor Appleton senior Alzheimer’s sufferers is to live a healthy lifestyle. Though there’s no known way to definitely prevent Alzheimer’s, research shows that following a healthy diet and exercise plan, keeping social engagements, and fueling your mind with ongoing education and stimulating activities may all slow cognitive decline. [5]

[1] http://alz.org/abam/?_ga=1.84317712.865058079.1393898811#getTheFacts

[2] http://alz.org/abam/?_ga=1.84317712.865058079.1393898811#getTheFacts

[3] http://act.alz.org/site/TR?fr_id=8480&pg=informational&sid=22697

[4] http://www.alz.org/forum/experience.asp#advocateStoriesAnchor

[5] http://alz.org/abam/?_ga=1.84317712.865058079.1393898811#loveYourBrain

 

BrightStar Home Care of Appleton and Waupaca area proudly provides medical staffing, skilled nursing and non-medical in home care for seniors and children, including a passion for elder care companionship and supportive services in Outagamie, Waupaca, and portions of Winnebago, Calumet and Brown counties.  We are very proud of our Joint Commission  Accreditation to provide you the highest quality of care in the Appleton, Fox Cities and Waupaca areas.

ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE: CONTINUING THE FIGHT FOR APPLETON SENIORS

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Continuing on as an Appleton Senior with Alzheimer’s

Appleton Seniors: Persevering with Alzheimer’s

We care about the health of our community. That’s why we joined the Alzheimer’s Early Detection Alliance (AEDA), a group of corporations, nonprofits and government entities determined to make a difference in the fight against Alzheimer’s disease for Appleton seniors. We’ve launched an Alzheimer’s Association partnership page featuring an “Ask An Expert” function that allows families to submit their question or call a hotline.

Under the leadership of the Alzheimer’s Association, this alliance will work to educate people nationwide about the warning signs of Alzheimer’s disease and the importance of early detection. Currently, there is no cure for Alzheimer’s disease and no method to prevent its onset. Early detection in Appleton seniors is our only management tool, allowing those living with the disease – and their families – time to plan for the future. This may include building the correct medical team, enrolling in clinical studies or investing in safety measures.

Many people struggle to determine if a behavior is a typical age-related change or the first sign of Alzheimer’s disease. To help, the Alzheimer’s Association has created this list of warning signs for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. Every individual may experience one or more of these in different degrees. If you notice any of them, please see a doctor.

  1. Memory changes that disrupt daily life
  2. Challenges in planning or solving problems
  3. Difficulty completing familiar tasks
  4. Confusion with time or place
  5. Trouble understanding visual images and spatial relationships
  6. New problems with words in speaking or writing
  7. Misplacing things and losing the ability to retrace steps
  8. Decreased or poor judgment
  9. Withdrawal from work or social activities
  10. Changes in mood and personality

To learn more about the 10 signs, visit our Alzheimer’s Association partnership page to submit your questions or 877-IS IT ALZ (877.474.8259). As a member of the AEDA, BrightStar will continue to deliver quality care to families facing Alzheimer’s in addition to working to provide reliable information about Alzheimer’s disease and early detection during the upcoming months in addition to continuing to publish helpful tools, ebooks, checklists and more (like this brain stimulating game).

If you or an Appleton senior  loved one is affected by Alzheimer’s disease, turn to the Alzheimer’s Association for support and services. Information is available online at www.alz.org or by calling the Association’s 24/7 Helpline at 1-800-272-3900.

 

BrightStar Home Care of Appleton and Waupaca area proudly provides medical staffing, skilled nursing and non-medical in home care for seniors and children, including a passion for elder care companionship and supportive services in Outagamie, Waupaca, and portions of Winnebago, Calumet and Brown counties.  We are very proud of our Joint Commission  Accreditation to provide you the highest quality of care in the Appleton, Fox Cities and Waupaca areas.