In October 2017, the Elder Abuse Prevention and Prosecution Act was signed into law. This bill was designed to combat the growing epidemic of the elderly being taken advantage of financially and abused physically. A study conducted by the National Council on Aging indicates that approximately 1 in 10 Americans aged 60 or older have […]
4 Effects of Alzheimer’s Disease on Families Alzheimer’s disease is a disease that not only affects the individual diagnosed but also the individual’s family. Family members can be affected in many ways by Alzheimer’s disease. The most important thing for families to remember during this very difficult season of life is to stick together and
An increasing number of younger family members and care givers will pay close attention too as the disease continues to ravage the ability of our aging population to take care of their own needs. The number of cases diagnosed and the age groups in which they occur are on the rise and that is just
What is Alzheimer’s Disease? Alzheimer’s disease is defined as an irreversible, progressive mental deterioration that can occur in middle or old age. It is the most common form of dementia. What causes Alzheimer’s Disease? Alzheimer’s disease is caused by a generalized deterioration of the brain. The disease is caused by a combination of factors, including