New Section On MayoClinic. com For Alzheimer's Caregivers: How to Cope
In the early stages of Alzheimer's disease, individuals may still be able to perform the daily tasks necessary to live and function independently. As the disease progresses, these responsibilities increasingly fall to the caregiver.
Rochester, MN (PRWEB) February 7, 2008
In the early stages of Alzheimer's disease, individuals may still be able to perform the daily tasks necessary to live and function independently. As the disease progresses, these responsibilities increasingly fall to the caregiver.
A new section on MayoClinic. com for Alzheimer's caregivers (http://www. mayoclinic. com/health/alzheimers-caregiver/AZ00038) provides helpful information on daily routines, communicating with the patient, dealing with family issues, long-term care options and self-care.
The feature offers a number of practical tips that can make providing care easier.
-- Schedule wisely. Determine the time of day when the person is most calm and agreeable.
-- Let him or her help. Involve the person in tasks as much as possible.
-- Limit choices. Having fewer options makes deciding easier. For example, provide two outfits to choose between -- not a closet full of clothes.
-- Take more time. Expect tasks and activities to take longer than they used to. Schedule more time to complete even simple things.
MayoClinic. com also has recently added a new Alzheimer's blog (http://www. mayoclinic. com/health/alzheimers/AZ00052) for caregivers, family and friends, and health professionals.
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