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How to Support Family Members With Dementia or Alzheimer’s
Did you know that dementia and Alzheimer’s are also known as “family diseases?” The effects of such diseases have a strong impact not only on seniors, but also their caretakers and family members. Therefore, families must find a balance between providing care and coping with their loved one’s diagnosis. Despite the challenges involved, a strong foundation and level of understanding can make every day a bit brighter for everyone in your family. Develop Routines Routines relieve day-to-day care while creating an environment where your loved one feels safe. Likewise, prompting daily cues prepares your family member for the day ahead with little room for confusion. For example, brewing coffee every…