The diagnosis of Alzheimer’s is
devastating for everyone in the family and an uncomfortable, difficult topic
for people to talk about. In some cases,
even physicians do not discuss the disease with their patients, and sometimes a
person is unaware of the diagnosis. Others
may try to hide their memory problems, and as a result, end up with little time
to put their affairs in order and plan for the future.
However experts say it is important to
discuss the diagnosis and its ramifications with your family in order to make your
wishes known regarding your care. One of
the things you will want to do is to designate a family
member to make decisions on your behalf once you are unable to do so. With the help of your family, you will also need
to make financial decisions such as setting aside assets to pay for long-term
care in an assisted living facility or for home care. Keep in mind that planning ahead also gives
your family peace of mind as they will know they are following your wishes.
Another one of the recommendations
from experts who work with Alzheimer’s patients is to have the person tell
their life story. This can be in a
journal form or recorded and provides a meaningful way for the family to bond
together. Furthermore, it helps to make
the person feel that they are a valued member of the family.
At MorningStar Memory Care at Bear
Creek, we provide individualized care for those suffering from Alzheimer’s and
other dementia-related diseases. We
treat each of our residents with dignity and respect and find ways to connect
with and nurture their very essence. Our
memory care is based on our extensive knowledge and experience with dementia-related diseases and we support residents from the early onset of the
disease through the final stages. Please
visit our website to learn more.
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:health.usnews.com/health-care/for-better/articles/2017-06-26/5-steps-to-ending-the-stigma-surrounding-dementia
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