Alzheimer’s in San Diego is a growing concern, as it is across the United States and around the world. The number of older people is growing, and Alzheimer’s disease is the third main cause of death in San Diego county. The community’s financial cost for caring for seniors with dementia tops $38 billion. San Diego Read More
As a long distance family caregiver, you do a lot to support your aging loved one. However, it can sometimes be difficult to know how well they are doing at home when you live many miles away. Visiting for the holidays is one way to check in, in person, while also enjoying time with them Read More
According to the Alzheimer’s Association, more than 60,000 seniors in San Diego county are living with Alzheimer’s disease. This takes a toll on our community and especially the family members and care partners providing care to people with dementia. Learning how to handle common Alzheimer’s caregiver challenges is important, as is finding the right dementia Read More
Every 65 seconds, someone in the United States develops Alzheimer’s disease. This is a startling statistic, and it’s a primary reason why brain health and memory loss weigh heavily on the minds of many older adults. There is currently no cure for the disease, and some people have a genetic predisposition to developing this form Read More
As we age, our cognition can sometimes decline. The problem with this is that it makes living independently that much more difficult. While certain conditions like Alzheimer’s or dementia are not completely understood or in our control, there are certain things we understand about cognitive abilities. One is that, the more you use them, the Read More
Caregivers need support. Families who understand this best are often those impacted by dementia or Alzheimer’s. While these diagnoses can be frightening, knowing where to turn to find support is extremely helpful. Local Support Groups No one understands what a day in the life of a family caregiver looks like better than another family caregiver, Read More
