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Stepping into someone’s reality isn’t the same as lying. Honesty isn’t always the best policy when it comes to someone with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia. That’s because their brain may experience a different version of reality. Dementia damages the brain and causes progressive decline in the ability to understand and process information. That’s why forcing someone to abandon their version of reality and join our “real world” can cause confusion, pain, anxiety, fear, and anger. Contact us directly: 602-499-6699

Nobody can predict what will happen with your older adult’s cognitive ability, behavior, or preferences or when these changes will happen. But understanding the three stages of dementia – early, middle, and late – gives a sense of what to expect and can be used as guidelines to plan for the future. We explain the three dementia stages, the common symptoms in each stage, and why your older adult’s symptoms don’t always fit into these stages. Please call today 480-201-8463

Delirium is a clinical syndrome that causes confusion, disorientation, and a reduced ability to focus, think, and remember clearly. Dementia is a syndrome that causes a decline in cognitive abilities, such as thinking, remembering, and reasoning, that can interfere with daily activities. How do you spot the difference in your loved one? Read more to find out.

Nobody can predict what will happen with your older adult’s cognitive ability, behavior, or preferences or when these changes will happen. But understanding the three stages of dementia – early, middle, and late – gives a sense of what to expect and can be used as guidelines to plan for the future. We explain the three dementia stages, the common symptoms in each stage, and why your older adult’s symptoms don’t always fit into these stages.   Please call today 602-499-6699

How do we distinguish between natural aging and early signs of cognitive decline? Both can present similar symptoms, making accurate diagnosis challenging. Our latest blog provides a detailed table comparing dementia and normal aging, along with key indicators for assessing cognitive health as dementia progresses. 💡 Learn to spot the subtle differences and understand the critical stages of dementia for timely and accurate diagnosis. #Qr8health #ENDALZ #cognitivedeclince #MCI https://lnkd.in/eGK4CPBy

February is National Heart Month. Your Brain ❤️ Your Body ❤️ Your Goals ❤️ Simple equation: What's good for the Body is good for the Brain!!! Twenty-five percent of every heart beat provides blood and oxygen to your brain. Don't miss a beat!!!!! Learn more about the effects of heart health and Vascular Dementia. https://lnkd.in/g63K7-ue

It's Dementia Action Week. Each day this week we will be releasing some helpful information on specific elements of Neurodegenerative Conditions. If you would like more information on the support The Players Foundation can provide please visit our website - https://lnkd.in/eCTWxymP For the first of our informative posts, we are discussing Sight Perception. What is sight perception? This is when the eye looks at an object, the eye then sends the signal to the brain and then, as the brain interprets what the eye is seeing there is a break down and the interpretation becomes different to what the eye is actually seeing. Example; the eye sees a standard lamp in the corner of the room but the brain interprets it as a person standing in the corner of the room. Read more about sight perception at our blog post linked below. This information has been provided by our partners DISC Dementia Support. https://lnkd.in/e7Ts5quD

June is #Alzheimer's and #Brain Awareness Month 🧠💜. Remember that individuals affected by Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia may make mistakes due to memory loss. It is important that we engage with compassion and validate their experiences, allowing them to live in the present moment. For more helpful tips, head over to our blog: https://lnkd.in/ebnjQdkr

Is It a Quirky Behavior or Alzheimer’s? What to do before a dementia diagnosis. Learn how probability statistics based on observed behaviors can guide decisions during the lengthy diagnosis process. https://lnkd.in/guz5fA8v

Learn about the differences between normal memory loss and dementia. Discover the signs and symptoms to watch out for. https://lnkd.in/eaSwhy-p