It is not unusual for someone with Alzheimer’s disease to start rummaging or searching through cabinets, drawers, closets, the refrigerator, and other places where things are stored. He or she also may hide items around the house. This can be annoying or even dangerous for the caregiver or family members. If you get angry, try… Continue reading When a Person with Alzheimer’s Starts Rummaging
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Making The Home Safe for A Person with Alzheimer’s
Here, from the Alzheimer’s Disease and Education Referral Center (ADEAR), a service of the National Institute on Aging, are some strategies for caregivers to make an Alzheimer’s patient’s home as safe as possible: Over time, people with Alzheimer’s disease become less able to manage around the house. As a caregiver, you can do many things… Continue reading Making The Home Safe for A Person with Alzheimer’s