In 1983, Ronald Reagan designated
November as National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month, now known as National
Alzheimer's Disease and Awareness Month (NADAM) and Family Caregivers Month®. The Alzheimer’s Association states that back then,
fewer than 2 million Americans had Alzheimer’s.
Now in 2017, it is estimated there are around 5.5 million people in the
United States afflicted with the disease.
Of that number, one in 10 people over age 65 have Alzheimer’s and nearly
half of people over age 85.
The Alzheimer’s Association Awareness events include honoring a
caregiver by sharing a personal tribute message on their website. We encourage you to take a look as it is
heartwarming to read the tributes posted by people who are so grateful for the
care given to a loved one from another family member, friend or professional
caregiver.
Another way to honor Alzheimer’s
Awareness month is to learn all you can about the disease and then help to
educate others. For instance, did you
know that Alzheimer’s is typically diagnosed in the middle to later stages ofthe disease so many people go untreated during the years that treatments are
most effective? Also everyone needs to
know that memory loss is not a normal part of aging, and that some of the risk
factors for “Alzheimer’s can be actively managed to reduce the likelihood of
cognitive decline.” Finally, we should
not lose hope as most certainly breakthroughs in the understanding and treatment
of the disease are on the horizon.
If your parent or spouse has recently been
diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia, we encourage you to
contact MorningStar at Bear Creek. Our community has 48 suites all devoted to
the individualized care of those suffering from dementia, and in addition, we
are a resource for families in the Colorado Springs area dealing with
Alzheimer’s. At Bear Creek, we lovingly
care for seniors from the onset of the disease right through to the most
advanced stages.
MorningStar at Bear Creek is a memory
care community that uses progressive methods to palliate symptoms and revive
joy. Our foundation is built on honoring
God, valuing our seniors and hiring staff with a felt calling to serve, and is
devoted to creating a true home for residents within a serene setting. Please contact us to schedule a visit to
experience firsthand our loving community.
Source:.caring.com/articles/alzheimers-awareness-month
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