There are more than 220,000 seniors in Illinois living with dementia and Chicago house a large percentage of that population. IL Alzheimers Statistics Coping with the symptoms as a senior progresses can help everyone live a less stressful life.
Dementias affect is chronic and progressive affecting the following:
- memory
- organizing
- planning skills
- concentration
Dementia affects every person differently. It is important to provide support to someone experiencing these symptoms to help seniors feel useful and full of purpose. Seniors living with dementia can feel frustrated, misunderstood, and a burden. Here are some helpful ideas to stay connected and for both caregiver and patient:
- going for a walk
- doing everyday chores
- listening to each other and talking
- exercise
- keeping social
- going to a movie
- join a dementia or caregiver support group
While dementia is defined by a decline in mental health, there are 4 types:
- Alzheimer’s Disease
- Vascular dementia
- Dementia with Lewy Body
- Frontotemporal Dementia
Follow the link to read about the 4 types of Dementia and techniques to manage behavior Dementia Helpers
