Senior Resource Guide Houston (Spring/Summer 2022)

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SIGNS NOT TO IGNORE:

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f you’ve found yourself worried about whether or not a loved one might be showing signs of dementia, you aren’t alone. Distinguishing between dementia indicators and normal aging factors can be tricky, and it’s important to know the difference to avoid adding any unnecessary stress or worry to the situation. Afterall, is rushing mom off to the doctor because she called you your sibling’s name—maybe even the family dog’s name once…or twice—the right next step or even a cause for alarm?

DEMENTIA OR AGING: THE SIGNS

The Alzheimer’s Society notes six different abilities and how they may be impacted by normal aging compared to possible changes due to dementia. We’ll cover all six and highlight a few of the differences between the impact of dementia or aging on those abilities.

1. SHORT TERM MEMORY & LEARNING NEW INFORMATION Normal aging can impact short-term memory and the learning process by causing one to falter or struggle to remember


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Steps to Take After the Passing of a Loved One

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pages 158-159

Understanding Hospice

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pages 150-153

Types of Residential Care for Seniors

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pages 126-128

What’s Skilled Care

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pages 144-146

Looking at Skilled Nursing Options

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pages 147-148

Paying for Long-Term Care

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pages 111-112

Reminiscence Therapy

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pages 98-102

Tips for Effective Alzheimer’s

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pages 103-105

Signs Not to Ignore Dementia Versus

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pages 106-108

Steps to Take After a Memory Issue is Recognized

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pages 96-97

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Meaningful Minutes for Caregivers

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pages 82-83

How Can You

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pages 92-93

Why are Seniors More at Risk of Dehydration?

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When Do You Need

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pages 75-77

Home Care Versus

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pages 78-79

A Guide to Medication

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pages 68-69

Ombudsmen are

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Make the Most of

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pages 63-64

Volunteering Opportunities

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pages 42-43

Five Must-Have Legal Documents

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pages 54-55

Understanding Medicare: Parts, Plans and Meeting Your Needs

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What’s an Adult

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