Navigating Dementia in the Sunset Years
August 29, 2024
Dementia is a neurocognitive disorder which effects a large population in the U.S. According the study, over 3.4 million of Americans age 71 and older suffer from some sort of dementia, and in Florida alone over 580,000 people have been diagnosed with this disorder. Dementia is characterized by a number of symptoms. Signs typically include:
- Memory loss
- Difficulty performing everyday tasks, such as bathing, driving, or preparing meals
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Mood changes
- Change is personality
In many cases during early stages of development, Dementia symptoms can be decelerated by certain modifications in lifestyle and diet. Here are some of the changes that seniors can make to help avoid cognitive disorders.
- Quit smoking and avoid second hand smoking
- Avoid alcohol consumption
- Stay active – take walks regularly, do chair exercises for seniors, or go for a light swim
- Avoid head trauma – wear helmet, when riding a bike or fasten seatbelt when driving a car
- Change diet to Mediterranean style – try to eat a lot of vegetables, fruits, legumes, whole grains, nuts, olive oils, and different fish varieties
- Keep mind active – solve different varieties of puzzles, try to learn a new language or play an instrument, or make crafts
- Maintain social interactions with family and friends
- Try to reduce stress
- Monitor blood pressure and blood sugar levels
- Keep healthy sleep habits
Just Like Family Home Care is available to assist seniors during every stage of Dementia. Our team is specialized in
- Helping with everyday hygiene tasks and dressing
- Preparing healthy meals and feeding assistance
- Assisting with exercises and walking
- Administering medications
- Monitoring vitals
- Doing laundry and light housekeeping
- Transporting to doctors’ appointments and other events
- Companionship
- Helping stay connected with others
- Respite Care
Just Like Family Home Care provides professional support and care to seniors with Dementia to help them improve their quality of life while stay in their own homes. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions.