September is World Alzheimer's Month

September is World Alzheimer's Month.  By raising awareness, reducing stigma and sharing your story, you can help end Alzheimer's Disease.

Are you interested to be involved in the fight against Alzheimer's Disease? If you are, here are some things you can do during the World Alzheimer's Month:

1. Go Purple.

2. Be Inspired.

3. Share Your Story.

For more information on how you can help and participate, send us an email or call us at 949-287-4600 or visit the Alzheimer's Association's website: www.alz.org 


Related Links:

• Donate to the Alzheimer's Association NOW.
• Is It Alzheimer's?
• 8 Myths About Alzheimer's Disease
• Stages of Alzheimer's Disease
• Caregiving Tips For People with Alzheimer's Disease
  
• Detecting Alzheimer's Disease Early
  
• Safer Home For People with Alzheimer's Disease
  
• Understanding Dementia
• Legal Planning Tips For Dementia Patients
• Can Peope With Alzheimer's Be Safe Drivers?
  
• The Anti Alzheimer's Prescription
• Are You At Risk For Alzheimer's Disease?
• Alzheimer's Disease Dosage

Preparing Seniors For Assisted Living

Talking to your aging parents about assisted living is probably one of the hardest conversations you will ever have with your parents. Some seniors may not like to entertain the fact that someday assisted living care will be needed. But how can you start the conversation with your parents about assisted living? What are the things that you should consider when talking about assisted living?

Things to Consider When Deciding on Assisted Living
10 Signs That It’s Time For Assisted Living

Remember, just like raising children, there is no “perfect way” or one-way approach. However, if you prepare for it and give yourself enough time, you can make finding the right assisted living a lot easier for everyone involved, including getting the best care options for your aging parent needing care.
The most important reminder is to let your parents know your desire for them to be independent, but their safety always comes first.

To view the full version of this assisted living article, click on the link below:
http://www.seniorcarehomes.com/assisted-living/preparing-aging-parents-for-assisted-living.html