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3 Signs it is Time for Memory Care

by SEO TagLine / Thursday, 10 February 2022 / Published in Assisted Living
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One of the biggest fears that Americans have as they grow older is that they’ll develop memory-related health issues. About 64% of people aged 65 or older in nursing homes have either Alzheimer’s disease or dementia. While these conditions are not necessarily avoidable at this time (as they’re often linked to genetics and other factors) the symptoms can potentially be delayed. This will not only extend the quality of life for the patient but potentially give them more time during which they can be treated. As new treatments become available with passing time, it’s important that patients maintain their memory for as long as possible.

With that being said, let’s explore some of the main signs that it’s time for you to consider memory care for a loved one.

1. Confusion

All of us get confused at times, and you’ll be more likely to get confused as you get older. However, excessive amounts of confusion and disorientation could be a sign that your loved one needs memory care. If an individual is confused about basic tasks or their daily routine, for example, they get lost going to the grocery store, it could be time for you to look into assistance of some kind for them. This kind of confusion and bewilderment usually begins gradually, but must be taken seriously.

2. Physical Changes

When an individual suffers from serious memory problems, their physical appearance and health may begin to change as well. They may start losing weight and complaining about illnesses. While this isn’t always linked to their memory, it could very well be. For example, your loved one may be forgetting to take their medication on a regular basis. Or perhaps they’re not eating as much as they should. All of this can affect their physical health.

3. Incontinence

While incontinence may be linked solely to physical illness, it can also be connected to memory issues. An individual could forget how often they need to go to the bathroom, for example. Additionally, this is an early sign that Alzheimer’s disease or dementia is setting in.

Again, memory care can be difficult to accept. But it plays an important role in a person’s life, and you must take it seriously. The sooner that they begin memory care, the safer they will be, and the better their chances will be of responding to treatment. Give us a call today to learn about our memory care services!

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