June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month—a time to honor those affected by Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia, raise awareness about brain health, and promote support for caregivers. Alzheimer’s Disease is devastating, both for those diagnosed and their families, and leads to significant changes in a person’s ability to…
Caregiving can be a rewarding experience, but it often comes with significant emotional and physical demands that can lead to exhaustion and caregiver burnout. Respite care offers a vital break for caregivers while ensuring their loved ones receive the care they need. At Assisting Hands West Austin, we understand the…
In this article, the home health care experts at Assisting Hands Home Care in West Austin are going to discuss some activities to enhance cognitive development for elderly individuals. Why Is It So Important To Stimulate Cognitive Function? The purpose of cognitive enhancement activities is to elevate memory capabilities, problem-solving…
Almost everyone craves freedom from being stuck in the same routine, but this past year, COVID-19 has forced many of us into the same boring schedule, day in and day out. Luckily, it looks like hope is on the horizon, and the pandemic is drawing to a close. And…
June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month Alzheimer’s Disease is the 6th leading cause of death in the United States. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, deaths from this disease have increased by a staggering 123% in since the year 2000. Costs associated with Alzheimer’s approach $277 billion per…
What is the Difference Between Dementia and Alzheimer’s? Dementia is a condition, not a specific disease. Dementia is defined as cognitive loss so severe that a person can’t perform basic tasks to get through the day independently. Memory loss, impaired judgement, unclear thinking and difficulty with social situations are all…
A 2013 report in the Journal of Anesthesia Clinical Research proposed that the potential link between memory loss and Alzheimer’s disease with general anesthesia “is an important preoperative concern from patients and their family members. This concern arises from individuals who have had history of cognitive impairment or have had…
Type 2 diabetes is associated with a number of other health complications, but a new study appearing in the diabetes may lose more brain volume than is expected as they age. Although common wisdom is that the shrinkage of blood vessels is usually associated brain-related health conditions such as strokes or dementia,…
“Where did I park? ” You dashed into the mall, visited a few stores, and now, shopping bags in hand, you realize you can’t remember where you left the car. “I’ve met that fellow several times…what is his name?” Names, phone numbers, even familiar words…things sometimes seem to be “on…
