{"id":21094,"date":"2024-06-17T19:58:26","date_gmt":"2024-06-17T19:58:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/elmhurstrehabhc.com\/?p=21094"},"modified":"2024-10-30T16:19:02","modified_gmt":"2024-10-30T16:19:02","slug":"memory-care-signs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/elmhurstrehabhc.com\/memory-care-signs\/","title":{"rendered":"Understanding the Signs: When is Dementia Care Needed for Your Aging Parents?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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As our parents age, they may need more care and attention than they once did. One of the primary concerns that many <\/span>family members<\/span> face is the decline of memory and cognitive abilities in their loved ones. When changes in cognitive health become pervasive and interfere with daily life, a conversation about Dementia Care becomes essential for families to have. <\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n Transitioning into an Alzheimer\u2019s & Dementia Care <\/a><\/span>community<\/span> can help <\/span>people with dementia<\/span> live a more comfortable and fulfilling life. With information gathered from trusted sources like the Alzheimer’s Association and Mayo Clinic, here are some notable <\/span>signs<\/span> it’s time for dementia care<\/span>: <\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n Dementia Care is a specialized type of<\/span> long-term care<\/span><\/a> that directly caters to the needs of those experiencing cognitive decline<\/span>. A dementia <\/span>care facility<\/span> provides a structured environment and life enrichment programming<\/a> that mitigates the<\/span> conditions of their <\/span>disease progression<\/span> and helps maintain their quality of life. <\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n Early-<\/span>stage<\/span> detection and intervention are critical when dealing with memory and cognitive issues. Please remember that if you notice any signs, consult with a professional healthcare provider to discuss possible diagnosis and treatment. <\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n Helping your loved one’s transition to Dementia Care can feel difficult, but knowing the signs makes the path clearer, and it’s always comforting to remember that taking this step is all in their best interest. <\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n If you would like to learn more about <\/span>Elmhurst’s Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center <\/span>please call us today, our Advisors are happy to assist you with any questions you may have:<\/span> 401-456-2600.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n References<\/span><\/b> [2]<\/span> Mayo Clinic. (n.d.). Dementia – Symptoms and Causes. mayoclinic.org\/diseases-conditions\/dementia\/symptoms-causes<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" As our parents age, they may need more care and attention than they once did. One of the primary concerns that many family members face is the decline of memory and cognitive abilities in their loved ones. When changes in cognitive health become pervasive and interfere with daily life, a conversation about Dementia Care becomes […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":14,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"inline_featured_image":false,"ngg_post_thumbnail":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[41],"tags":[],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\n\n
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\n[1]<\/span> Alzheimer’s Association. (n.d.). 10 Early Signs and Symptoms of Alzheimer’s. <\/span>www.alz.org\/alzheimers-10-signs<\/span>.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n