Alzheimer's Blogging:

Age is the biggest risk for Alzheimer's and currently there is no cure. We have drugs that help the breakdown of acetylcholine a brain chemical believed important for memory and thinking, but no cure. With more baby boomers getting older we have more people with this Alzheimer's Disease. The burden of care for all of these people are getting greater. In dealing with these family members we need to keep more positive reinforcement than negative. A pleasant visit or phone call can leave a positive influence on the patients happiness. On the other hand neglecting your loved one will leave him sad and frustrated. There are many resources out there to help you. Look for a good support group to help with ideas and to vent. Look for respite care because if you don't take care of yourself you won't be able to take care of your loved one. And when your loved one gets into the last stage of Alzheimer's look up Hospice Care.

Sincerely,
Marie Fostino
Alzheimer's A Caretakers Journal
Seaboard Press An Imprint Of James A Rock Pub., Co.
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