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Tag: Alzheimer’s

Video Blogs – Providing Information On A Variety Of Subjects

Jan082021mjeffersonAlzheimer's, dementia, videos

Videos can be a great way to get information quickly and easily. In most cases, our videos will not be in-depth subject reviews, but rather give you an idea of what we do and how we support our clients. We also post videos from partners, who specialize in services our clients might be interested in. Our Assisting Hands videos are…

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Holiday Hints for Alzheimer’s Caregivers: Preparing for Celebrations

Nov292020mjeffersonAlzheimer's, Alzheimer's Disease, caregivers

For those with Alzheimer’s disease, the holidays can be a meaningful time and a reassuring link to past traditions. In this article, the National Institute on Aging offers some holiday tips for Alzheimer’s caregivers to make the season more joyous. Holidays can be meaningful, enriching times for both the person with Alzheimer’s disease and his or her family. Maintaining or…

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Book Chat: Being My Mom’s Mom

Oct272020mjeffersonAlzheimer's, Alzheimer's care, Being My Mom's Mom, Loretta Ann Veney

Loretta Veney discusses her mom, Alzheimer’s, and what the diagnosis meant for her and the family Patricia Dubroff: All right. Let’s talk about Loretta Veney. Loretta, want to give us a quick rundown of your bio and your world? Loretta Veney: Sure. My name is Loretta Veney, and I live in Clinton, Maryland, so I’m a little bit around the…

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Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care: Assisting Hands cares and protects your loved one

Sep282020slorberbaumAlzheimer's, Alzheimer's care, dementia, dementia care

Assisting Hands cares about your loved ones who have Alzheimer’s and Dementia. We take care of their daily needs and keep them safe. These diseases affect: memory and thinking comprehension calculation and judgment language If you would like to schedule an appointment to discuss your Alzheimer’s and Dementia care needs or to set up a free in-home evaluation with one…

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Can Alzheimer’s Be Prevented? There Are No Clear-cut Answers.

May302020mjeffersonAlzheimer's, prevention, research

According to the Alzheimer’s Association, alz.org, this is a question that continues to intrigue researchers and fuel new investigations. There are no clear-cut answers yet — partially due to the need for more large-scale studies in diverse populations — but promising research is under way. The Alzheimer’s Association® is leading the worldwide effort to find a treatment for Alzheimer’s, delay…

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Alzheimer’s Disease: Signs, Symptoms, and Stages

May302020mjeffersonAlzheimer's, cognitive development, signs, symptoms

June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia and symptoms usually develop slowly and gradually worsen over time. This article from helpguide.org outlines the signs, symptoms and stages of the disease. What is Alzheimer’s disease? Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia, a brain disorder that impacts daily living through…

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Alzheimer’s Disease Fact Sheet – A Broad Overview

Oct292019mjeffersonaging, Alzheimer's, dementia

November is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month. This fact sheet, within an article from The National Institute On Aging, provides a broad overview of the disease that is the most common cause of dementia among older adults. Alzheimer’s disease is an irreversible, progressive brain disorder that slowly destroys memory and thinking skills, and, eventually, the ability to carry out the simplest tasks….

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Making Memories Together

Oct182019mjeffersonAlzheimer's, dementia

October, 2019. A special announcement involving the family and legacy of Dr. Gene Cohen will be made this Fall, around the upcoming holidays. Assisting Hands Home Care of Potomac is working exclusively with Dr. Cohen’s family to release a fun game and memory tool to engage those suffering from Alzheimer’s and Dementia. Since 1994, until his death in 2009, Dr….

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Caring for Someone With Dementia: 5 Fundamentals

Jun042019mjeffersonAlzheimer's, dementia

June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month. Alzheimer’s education, as well as maintaining a positive but realistic attitude is essential for caregivers. According to Alzheimers.net, here are some important things for caregivers to remember when caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s. Dementia care is daunting, but may not be as challenging as you would expect. Whether you are caring…

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assisting hands in Montgomery County, MD

Assisting Hands Home Care provides elder care services and senior in home care services for families across the country.
Maryland License # R3925
Licensed as a Residential Service Agency by the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, Office of Health Care Quality. Serving Montgomery County, MD: Potomac, North Potomac, Bethesda, North Bethesda, Chevy Chase, Silver Spring, Takoma Park, Gaithersburg, Olney, Germantown, and beyond

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assisting hands in Fairfax County, VA

Assisting Hands Home Care provides elder care services and senior in home care services for families across the country.
Virginia License # HCO-1837
Licensed as a Home Care Organization by the Virginia Department of Health. Serving Northern Fairfax County, VA: Annandale, Dulles, Dunn Loring, Fairfax, Falls Church, Herndon, McLean, Oakton, Oak Hill, Reston, Tysons Corner, Vienna and beyond

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