What's the difference between dementia and Alzheimers?
Q. My great aunt was just diagnosed with dementia. I asked my mom what the difference was between dementia and Alzheimers since they seem to be the same thing to me. Does anyone have any info? A little more info...she walked out of the house at 2am and was found by the cops, who then brought her to the hospital. They ran some tests on her and said it was dementia. Please say a prayer for her. I love her a lot.
Asked by Kate - Tue May 23 15:30:54 2006 - - 13 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Dementia is a loss of mental skills that affects your daily life. It can cause problems with your memory and how well you can think and plan. Usually dementia gets worse over time. How long this takes is different for each person. Some people stay the same for years. Others lose skills quickly. A variety of conditions can cause dementia, including injuries to the brain from tumors, head injury, or stroke; diseases, such as Alzheimer's disease; or long-term alcohol dependence. People (especially older adults) who are depressed may seem to have dementia when they do not (pseudodementia). Alzheimer's disease is more severe than the mild memory loss that many people experience as they grow older. Alzheimer's disease also affects behavior,… [cont.]
Answered by brunette_61 - Tue May 23 15:37:48 2006
Q. My great aunt was just diagnosed with dementia. I asked my mom what the difference was between dementia and Alzheimers since they seem to be the same thing to me. Does anyone have any info? A little more info...she walked out of the house at 2am and was found by the cops, who then brought her to the hospital. They ran some tests on her and said it was dementia. Please say a prayer for her. I love her a lot.
Asked by Kate - Tue May 23 15:30:54 2006 - - 13 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Dementia is a loss of mental skills that affects your daily life. It can cause problems with your memory and how well you can think and plan. Usually dementia gets worse over time. How long this takes is different for each person. Some people stay the same for years. Others lose skills quickly. A variety of conditions can cause dementia, including injuries to the brain from tumors, head injury, or stroke; diseases, such as Alzheimer's disease; or long-term alcohol dependence. People (especially older adults) who are depressed may seem to have dementia when they do not (pseudodementia). Alzheimer's disease is more severe than the mild memory loss that many people experience as they grow older. Alzheimer's disease also affects behavior,… [cont.]
Answered by brunette_61 - Tue May 23 15:37:48 2006
What is the average life span of someone with dementia?
Q. My mom is 53 and has dementia and my siblings and I need to know when we should start planning her funeral. We are all under 30yrs. old and don't even know where to start. She has no assets or life insurance, so we will have to pay for everything.
Asked by pinkcc - Thu Jul 10 11:18:36 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Talk to her doctor. From the very little that I know, Alzheimer's tends to be a few years once it's bad whereas dementia can be quite a while. Like I said, though, I'm not very knowledgeable and I suspect each case is different. Talk to her doc.
Answered by gotta luv da Li - Thu Jul 10 11:25:13 2008
Q. My mom is 53 and has dementia and my siblings and I need to know when we should start planning her funeral. We are all under 30yrs. old and don't even know where to start. She has no assets or life insurance, so we will have to pay for everything.
Asked by pinkcc - Thu Jul 10 11:18:36 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Talk to her doctor. From the very little that I know, Alzheimer's tends to be a few years once it's bad whereas dementia can be quite a while. Like I said, though, I'm not very knowledgeable and I suspect each case is different. Talk to her doc.
Answered by gotta luv da Li - Thu Jul 10 11:25:13 2008
How do you deal with the frustration of dementia?
Q. My elderly mother and father live with me, my husband and our three teenage sons. My father has dementia. He is a difficult stage right now because he is lucid enough to be able to object to any kind of help we suggest to him. He was never a reasonable man so now when he is difficult as a result of the dementia it's really hard not to feel impatient with him. If he had always been an easy going person, then it would be easy to see the difference between the man and the illness, now it's just the same cantankerous person, only he doesn't remember anything past 5 minutes, is incontinent but in denial about it so he won't wear incontinence underwear, and gets really nasty with my mother over just about anything. She could have someone in the… [cont.]
Asked by sarah l - Fri Aug 31 22:35:52 2007 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. If you have not done it already, go to Amazon or some other book seller and order a copy of The 36 Hour Day. This is -the- manual and strategy book for people dealing with people afflicted with dementia. This is an essential tool for dealing with Alzheimer's or dementia of all types and stages. Have everyone in the family who is a caregiver read the book. Also consider joining an online support group. One that I find helpful is alt.support.alzheimers which is available on any newsreader like Outlook Express or via Google Groups. There are numerous very smart people there who can answer your questions and give you practical support for dealing with AD & dementia. If he incontinent he needs to wear adult pants - get the slip on kind… [cont.]
Answered by quijibored - Sat Sep 1 00:29:08 2007
Q. My elderly mother and father live with me, my husband and our three teenage sons. My father has dementia. He is a difficult stage right now because he is lucid enough to be able to object to any kind of help we suggest to him. He was never a reasonable man so now when he is difficult as a result of the dementia it's really hard not to feel impatient with him. If he had always been an easy going person, then it would be easy to see the difference between the man and the illness, now it's just the same cantankerous person, only he doesn't remember anything past 5 minutes, is incontinent but in denial about it so he won't wear incontinence underwear, and gets really nasty with my mother over just about anything. She could have someone in the… [cont.]
Asked by sarah l - Fri Aug 31 22:35:52 2007 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. If you have not done it already, go to Amazon or some other book seller and order a copy of The 36 Hour Day. This is -the- manual and strategy book for people dealing with people afflicted with dementia. This is an essential tool for dealing with Alzheimer's or dementia of all types and stages. Have everyone in the family who is a caregiver read the book. Also consider joining an online support group. One that I find helpful is alt.support.alzheimers which is available on any newsreader like Outlook Express or via Google Groups. There are numerous very smart people there who can answer your questions and give you practical support for dealing with AD & dementia. If he incontinent he needs to wear adult pants - get the slip on kind… [cont.]
Answered by quijibored - Sat Sep 1 00:29:08 2007
What is a biological mechanism for dementia?
Q. I'm doing a research paper on dementia and I have no idea what a biological mechanism is. Could someone please explain?
Asked by stryder255 - Sat Apr 26 21:22:58 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Honestly, that's not an easy question to answer in a sentence or two. Basically, a biological mechanism is a system by which a living organism modifies, changes, etc. itself and its environment. I think it's easier to grasp the concept by example. There are "mechanisms" other than biological. An abiotic system is free of biological organisms and abiotic transformations are accomplished, naturally, through non-biologic mechanisms. For example, the modification of water from a liquid to a gasseous state by the application of heat is a result of an abiotic mechanism. Another good example involves oil spill clean-ups. There are a variety of methods used to clean oil from the water and shoreline. One way is through the use of solvents… [cont.]
Answered by drakkina - Sun Apr 27 00:26:49 2008
Q. I'm doing a research paper on dementia and I have no idea what a biological mechanism is. Could someone please explain?
Asked by stryder255 - Sat Apr 26 21:22:58 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Honestly, that's not an easy question to answer in a sentence or two. Basically, a biological mechanism is a system by which a living organism modifies, changes, etc. itself and its environment. I think it's easier to grasp the concept by example. There are "mechanisms" other than biological. An abiotic system is free of biological organisms and abiotic transformations are accomplished, naturally, through non-biologic mechanisms. For example, the modification of water from a liquid to a gasseous state by the application of heat is a result of an abiotic mechanism. Another good example involves oil spill clean-ups. There are a variety of methods used to clean oil from the water and shoreline. One way is through the use of solvents… [cont.]
Answered by drakkina - Sun Apr 27 00:26:49 2008
Is it possible to get my elderly mother who suffers from dementia a referral to see a consultant?
Q. My GP doesn't have any training in dementia and I feel the medication he has prescribed for my mother isn't doing any good. Can I get him to refer her to see someone such a specialist who specialises in this illness?
Asked by Liz - Tue Jan 5 03:53:03 2010 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Yes. You should ask your GP for a referral to a psychiatrist who specialises in the elderly and their problems. He/she will almost certainly agree, and if they dont, then they should give the reason. However is your GP also your mother's GP? If not then it would be better to contact the doctor or practice who look after her. Seeing a specialist will certainly help put your mind at rest that you have done everything for your mother, but it is possible that it may not improve this distressing condition. I hope it does.
Answered by Gary - Tue Jan 5 04:31:51 2010
Q. My GP doesn't have any training in dementia and I feel the medication he has prescribed for my mother isn't doing any good. Can I get him to refer her to see someone such a specialist who specialises in this illness?
Asked by Liz - Tue Jan 5 03:53:03 2010 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Yes. You should ask your GP for a referral to a psychiatrist who specialises in the elderly and their problems. He/she will almost certainly agree, and if they dont, then they should give the reason. However is your GP also your mother's GP? If not then it would be better to contact the doctor or practice who look after her. Seeing a specialist will certainly help put your mind at rest that you have done everything for your mother, but it is possible that it may not improve this distressing condition. I hope it does.
Answered by Gary - Tue Jan 5 04:31:51 2010
What is the difference between Presenile Dementia compared with Amnesia and Delirium?
Q. As far as I can tell, an early sign of all three is short-term memory loss, but when one focuses on the presenile dementia, how does one differentiate between that and the possibility of amnesia or short-term delirium?
Asked by Foxizm - Fri Mar 26 18:30:28 2010 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Dementia, which is commonly caused by Alzheimers (But also can be caused by other diseases like Parkinsons, and Head traumas, etc) is usually a permanent Condition. There is many different stages. Pre, Mid , and Late stage. Amnesia, and Delerium are temporary conditions, and can involve memory loss short term, or long term. They are usually caused by a blow to the head, or often drugs, which is the main cause for delerium, like Hallucinogenics( 'Shrooms) , LSD, etc. These conditions are usually reversible, but in science, nothing is ever concrete, black and white. THere is exceptions for everything. Dementia really is something usually considered organic, resulting from a problem inside your brain, not from outside sources. (Presenile… [cont.]
Answered by S.M. - Mon Mar 29 16:45:14 2010
Q. As far as I can tell, an early sign of all three is short-term memory loss, but when one focuses on the presenile dementia, how does one differentiate between that and the possibility of amnesia or short-term delirium?
Asked by Foxizm - Fri Mar 26 18:30:28 2010 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Dementia, which is commonly caused by Alzheimers (But also can be caused by other diseases like Parkinsons, and Head traumas, etc) is usually a permanent Condition. There is many different stages. Pre, Mid , and Late stage. Amnesia, and Delerium are temporary conditions, and can involve memory loss short term, or long term. They are usually caused by a blow to the head, or often drugs, which is the main cause for delerium, like Hallucinogenics( 'Shrooms) , LSD, etc. These conditions are usually reversible, but in science, nothing is ever concrete, black and white. THere is exceptions for everything. Dementia really is something usually considered organic, resulting from a problem inside your brain, not from outside sources. (Presenile… [cont.]
Answered by S.M. - Mon Mar 29 16:45:14 2010
How do you deal with a parent who is getting Dementia?
Q. My mom is 77 years old and is showing signs of dementia. She becomes disoriented at time and can' remember things. Example she did not know what house she was in today when I talked to her on the phone. She is also a diabetic and is on Kidney dialysis. My dad takes care of her but doesn't seem to get the dementia, almost like a denial.
Asked by Diana J - Wed Dec 6 19:11:11 2006 - - 7 Answers - 1 Comments
A. First thing you should do is take her to a good geriatric physician and get a thorough exam and memory test. She may just have a urinary tract infection. This can cause confusion and disorientation in elderly people. My mom had that and she ended up in a geriatric psych hospital because she became completely paranoid and delusional. If it's truly dementia that she has then you should check to see if your state or county has an aging services department. They can give you good information and usually have lists of social workers or counselors who are experts in dealing with dementia. They can give you advice for your dad as well as your mom. Don't try to take this on alone.
Answered by rosecitylady - Wed Dec 6 19:30:27 2006
Q. My mom is 77 years old and is showing signs of dementia. She becomes disoriented at time and can' remember things. Example she did not know what house she was in today when I talked to her on the phone. She is also a diabetic and is on Kidney dialysis. My dad takes care of her but doesn't seem to get the dementia, almost like a denial.
Asked by Diana J - Wed Dec 6 19:11:11 2006 - - 7 Answers - 1 Comments
A. First thing you should do is take her to a good geriatric physician and get a thorough exam and memory test. She may just have a urinary tract infection. This can cause confusion and disorientation in elderly people. My mom had that and she ended up in a geriatric psych hospital because she became completely paranoid and delusional. If it's truly dementia that she has then you should check to see if your state or county has an aging services department. They can give you good information and usually have lists of social workers or counselors who are experts in dealing with dementia. They can give you advice for your dad as well as your mom. Don't try to take this on alone.
Answered by rosecitylady - Wed Dec 6 19:30:27 2006
Any good support groups for adult children of dementia sufferers?
Q. My father passed away a year ago and now my mom is diagnosed with dementia. I feel overwhelmed with guilt, depression and confusion. I feel like no one understands me and wonder how anyone survives this without going insane themselves. I searched online but I can't seem to find any help or advise. I am located in northern california.
Asked by walkerm - Thu Nov 12 05:25:09 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. If you are looking for more of a face to face support group call the local hospitals in your area explain the situation and they should be able to find you a support group
Answered by Jamie - Thu Nov 12 22:42:06 2009
Q. My father passed away a year ago and now my mom is diagnosed with dementia. I feel overwhelmed with guilt, depression and confusion. I feel like no one understands me and wonder how anyone survives this without going insane themselves. I searched online but I can't seem to find any help or advise. I am located in northern california.
Asked by walkerm - Thu Nov 12 05:25:09 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. If you are looking for more of a face to face support group call the local hospitals in your area explain the situation and they should be able to find you a support group
Answered by Jamie - Thu Nov 12 22:42:06 2009
My grandmother has dementia and keeps spreading stories about my family?
Q. My granny is in her 80's and has what we are fairly sure is dementia. Now she wont speak to me, or my mother, and she keeps telling her friends that people in our family are dead. Can we get the british social services (she lives in the UK) involved, and what can they do. She lives alone in the country and is slowly starving herself to death. What can we do? She is aggressive and won't allow anyone to help her.
Asked by sassysas - Tue Feb 9 06:03:18 2010 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. You are going to have to put her in a home. Why don't you tell her that you are taking her on holiday and just find her a suitable old peoples home that deals with people who have mental health problems. You can get the doctor to come out and see her, he will be happy to help. People with dementia have good days and bad days. You should just let her believe that what she is saying is true, you don't upset her. If she doesn't reconise you when you say her, as her who she thinks you are and just make sure that you are her friend. I don't think it social services problem. Its up to you to take care of her and find a suitable old peoples home
Answered by Emm - Tue Feb 9 06:11:46 2010
Q. My granny is in her 80's and has what we are fairly sure is dementia. Now she wont speak to me, or my mother, and she keeps telling her friends that people in our family are dead. Can we get the british social services (she lives in the UK) involved, and what can they do. She lives alone in the country and is slowly starving herself to death. What can we do? She is aggressive and won't allow anyone to help her.
Asked by sassysas - Tue Feb 9 06:03:18 2010 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. You are going to have to put her in a home. Why don't you tell her that you are taking her on holiday and just find her a suitable old peoples home that deals with people who have mental health problems. You can get the doctor to come out and see her, he will be happy to help. People with dementia have good days and bad days. You should just let her believe that what she is saying is true, you don't upset her. If she doesn't reconise you when you say her, as her who she thinks you are and just make sure that you are her friend. I don't think it social services problem. Its up to you to take care of her and find a suitable old peoples home
Answered by Emm - Tue Feb 9 06:11:46 2010
What is a good book to read for an older women who is suffering from dementia and has trouble seeing?
Q. My grandma is suffering from dementia mainly because she is extremely un-exposed and hardly leaves her house. I want to give her a book to read to help stimulate her brain but Im not sure what will be interesting. It has to be something that is easy reading with words that aren't too small. Any suggesstions?? I really want to know as soon as possible.
Asked by Amy G - Thu Apr 3 00:51:37 2008 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments
A. great idea! i would suggest looking around the house to see what kind of books she already has. the worn ones are her favorites. let me also suggest a game of scrabble once or twice a week
Answered by everymom - Thu Apr 3 10:39:53 2008
Q. My grandma is suffering from dementia mainly because she is extremely un-exposed and hardly leaves her house. I want to give her a book to read to help stimulate her brain but Im not sure what will be interesting. It has to be something that is easy reading with words that aren't too small. Any suggesstions?? I really want to know as soon as possible.
Asked by Amy G - Thu Apr 3 00:51:37 2008 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments
A. great idea! i would suggest looking around the house to see what kind of books she already has. the worn ones are her favorites. let me also suggest a game of scrabble once or twice a week
Answered by everymom - Thu Apr 3 10:39:53 2008
What in the wilderness could give someone dementia?
Q. Hey, writing a story about someone who gets caught up in the wilderness and I'm looking for something in the wilderness that could cause dementia to the character. Could eating anything or getting poisoned by something in nature cause dementia?
Asked by gex1125 - Thu May 13 10:47:34 2010 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. loneliness, the quiet, many years ago in Canada the fur trappers often got dementia caused by being alone for so many months, it was called " Cabin Fever "
Answered by robin y - Fri May 14 01:23:54 2010
Q. Hey, writing a story about someone who gets caught up in the wilderness and I'm looking for something in the wilderness that could cause dementia to the character. Could eating anything or getting poisoned by something in nature cause dementia?
Asked by gex1125 - Thu May 13 10:47:34 2010 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. loneliness, the quiet, many years ago in Canada the fur trappers often got dementia caused by being alone for so many months, it was called " Cabin Fever "
Answered by robin y - Fri May 14 01:23:54 2010
What things can people still do for themselves who have dementia and live in their own home?
Q. I am doing a course on dementia and i am stuck on this question its mainly based on someone with Alzheimer`s.
Asked by dizzy - Wed Aug 15 13:35:37 2007 - - 9 Answers - 0 Comments
A. They can do some limited chores. My mom had it, but when she cooked, she forgot some steps and it would either take a long time to get it done or it would taste awful. The more steps a chore takes, the worse off they are. A lot depends on if they are living alone. Sometimes they need a gentle reminder on what needs to be done.
Answered by Jessie H - Wed Aug 15 13:40:30 2007
Q. I am doing a course on dementia and i am stuck on this question its mainly based on someone with Alzheimer`s.
Asked by dizzy - Wed Aug 15 13:35:37 2007 - - 9 Answers - 0 Comments
A. They can do some limited chores. My mom had it, but when she cooked, she forgot some steps and it would either take a long time to get it done or it would taste awful. The more steps a chore takes, the worse off they are. A lot depends on if they are living alone. Sometimes they need a gentle reminder on what needs to be done.
Answered by Jessie H - Wed Aug 15 13:40:30 2007
How can I find in-home care for my elderly mother with dementia?
Q. My mom has dementia and she needs someone to sit with her, remind her to take medications, and look after her. She lives in Mississippi. Where do I start looking and how can I get the lowest price?
Asked by Ashalo - Wed Feb 3 17:15:33 2010 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments
A. You can ask her doctor, if he orders it medicare might pay some of it for a certain amount of time. Or call the county health department and ask them about it. A lot of counties have someone who knows about senior care, the health department should know about that too. Or call people who have home health care coming in, they can tell you if they are happy with a certain group. Sometimes nursing homes or hospitals discharge coordinator can give you ideas.
Answered by Nan's cat Tigger - Thu Feb 4 12:14:52 2010
Q. My mom has dementia and she needs someone to sit with her, remind her to take medications, and look after her. She lives in Mississippi. Where do I start looking and how can I get the lowest price?
Asked by Ashalo - Wed Feb 3 17:15:33 2010 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments
A. You can ask her doctor, if he orders it medicare might pay some of it for a certain amount of time. Or call the county health department and ask them about it. A lot of counties have someone who knows about senior care, the health department should know about that too. Or call people who have home health care coming in, they can tell you if they are happy with a certain group. Sometimes nursing homes or hospitals discharge coordinator can give you ideas.
Answered by Nan's cat Tigger - Thu Feb 4 12:14:52 2010
How do you know if you have dementia or Alzheimers?
Q. For example, if you run out of your house for no reason (maybe confusion) is that dementia or Alzheimers? Which is worse?
Asked by Vena Cava - Sun Aug 2 21:32:54 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Probably only a doctor can determine the cause of erratic behavior. It could be caused by drugs, legal or illegal, or by some kind of trauma in the brain. People with some form of dementia or often in denial about their condition. It is often up to their loved ones to recognize possible dementia and lead them to a doctor.
Answered by rationallady - Sun Aug 2 22:47:25 2009
Q. For example, if you run out of your house for no reason (maybe confusion) is that dementia or Alzheimers? Which is worse?
Asked by Vena Cava - Sun Aug 2 21:32:54 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Probably only a doctor can determine the cause of erratic behavior. It could be caused by drugs, legal or illegal, or by some kind of trauma in the brain. People with some form of dementia or often in denial about their condition. It is often up to their loved ones to recognize possible dementia and lead them to a doctor.
Answered by rationallady - Sun Aug 2 22:47:25 2009
What is a good book or resource to help my mother deal with her elderly mother who shows signs of dementia?
Q. My Mother is struggling to cope with her elderly mother, who lives out of state and shows many signs of dementia. (Not Alzheimer's, but loss of cognitive function and extreme anger & social problems, to put it simply). If anyone can suggest resources for communication or techniques that could help my Mother, I would be very grateful. Thank you.
Asked by Melinda - Sun Jun 1 16:27:48 2008 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments
A. From a SEARCH on Google, I found the following sites which I hope may be of some help to your mother and you: Your local book store clerk should also be able to help find a book on the shelves. Dementia Care Research & Locate a Variety of Senior Housing Options. www.SeniorOutlook.com Dementia Residential Care Healthy Alternative To The Nursing Home. Reliable Service. Contact Us! www.CrotchedMountain.org Caregiving Resources Free guide to support seniors and their families with caregiving www.aarp.org/foundation Dementia Learn About Dementia Symptoms Treatment & Prevention at AOL Body Body.AOL.com Aging Alzheimer's care, assisted living & skilled nursing in a caring setting www.FirstCommunityVillage .org Ohio Dementia All About… [cont.]
Answered by norton g - Sun Jun 1 16:35:13 2008
Q. My Mother is struggling to cope with her elderly mother, who lives out of state and shows many signs of dementia. (Not Alzheimer's, but loss of cognitive function and extreme anger & social problems, to put it simply). If anyone can suggest resources for communication or techniques that could help my Mother, I would be very grateful. Thank you.
Asked by Melinda - Sun Jun 1 16:27:48 2008 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments
A. From a SEARCH on Google, I found the following sites which I hope may be of some help to your mother and you: Your local book store clerk should also be able to help find a book on the shelves. Dementia Care Research & Locate a Variety of Senior Housing Options. www.SeniorOutlook.com Dementia Residential Care Healthy Alternative To The Nursing Home. Reliable Service. Contact Us! www.CrotchedMountain.org Caregiving Resources Free guide to support seniors and their families with caregiving www.aarp.org/foundation Dementia Learn About Dementia Symptoms Treatment & Prevention at AOL Body Body.AOL.com Aging Alzheimer's care, assisted living & skilled nursing in a caring setting www.FirstCommunityVillage .org Ohio Dementia All About… [cont.]
Answered by norton g - Sun Jun 1 16:35:13 2008
How do I get my mother in a psychiatric/dementia facility?
Q. My mother has a looong history of severe depression, anxiety and now she suffers from significant dementia. We had not talked for years, but after she took a fall five months ago, I brought her to my home to live. (a moment of temporary insanity, I assure you) I thought a positive environment and proper medications she would be okay. She has turned my life upside down and my once happy home life is miserable. My husband has been a saint about this, but he doesn't deserve it. She only has Social Security Income and I have an appointment to apply for medicaid. (I am new at all of this). She is as healthy as a horse other than the fact that she is a *@%# NUT. I do not want her here, I want her out! I know this sounds cold, but I have no… [cont.]
Asked by Annie R - Sat Aug 12 14:13:24 2006 - - 6 Answers - 1 Comments
A. Bless you for trying to take care of her. You say you have no affection for her, but you obviously do feel an obligation to her or you would not have brought her into your home. Taking care of someone with dementia is extremely difficult, but please remember, she didn't ask for this and cannot control her behavior. Sounds like the best place for your mother is a nursing home. There are homes that do take people with only medicaid and will accept her if her medicaid is pending. You can get referrals from her physician or you can start making phone calls on your own. All nursing homes have an admissions department to help with the specifics. Just call them and tell them your situation and that you can no longer take care of your mother… [cont.]
Answered by Christie K - Sat Aug 12 21:28:28 2006
Q. My mother has a looong history of severe depression, anxiety and now she suffers from significant dementia. We had not talked for years, but after she took a fall five months ago, I brought her to my home to live. (a moment of temporary insanity, I assure you) I thought a positive environment and proper medications she would be okay. She has turned my life upside down and my once happy home life is miserable. My husband has been a saint about this, but he doesn't deserve it. She only has Social Security Income and I have an appointment to apply for medicaid. (I am new at all of this). She is as healthy as a horse other than the fact that she is a *@%# NUT. I do not want her here, I want her out! I know this sounds cold, but I have no… [cont.]
Asked by Annie R - Sat Aug 12 14:13:24 2006 - - 6 Answers - 1 Comments
A. Bless you for trying to take care of her. You say you have no affection for her, but you obviously do feel an obligation to her or you would not have brought her into your home. Taking care of someone with dementia is extremely difficult, but please remember, she didn't ask for this and cannot control her behavior. Sounds like the best place for your mother is a nursing home. There are homes that do take people with only medicaid and will accept her if her medicaid is pending. You can get referrals from her physician or you can start making phone calls on your own. All nursing homes have an admissions department to help with the specifics. Just call them and tell them your situation and that you can no longer take care of your mother… [cont.]
Answered by Christie K - Sat Aug 12 21:28:28 2006
Is it correct to claim pension when the husband is in a nursing home for dementia?
Q. A friend of mine her father-in-law is in a nursing home for dementia for over 6 months. Her mother-in-law is still claiming all the pension for both i did'nt think you could claim it after 6 weeks if this is correct will the money have to be repaid they don't pay any money to the nursing home .
Asked by jenny - Mon Dec 1 11:23:46 2008 - - 8 Answers - 0 Comments
A. nursing homes for people with dementia in the UK cost about 400 per week...yes week. Before they go in they are financially assessed, and usually all their pensions are added together along with their care allowance and any other benefits, all this is taken as part payment, and the government pay their contribution too, if there is a shortfall, then the family have to cough-up the rest.(oh, i forgot to say, the patient is usally given a weekly allowance of about 10 per week for personal use. So if the family are still collecting pension, i think they may have to pay it back. Unless of course the patient has sold their house to pay for their care.
Answered by Guinevere - Mon Dec 1 17:05:16 2008
Q. A friend of mine her father-in-law is in a nursing home for dementia for over 6 months. Her mother-in-law is still claiming all the pension for both i did'nt think you could claim it after 6 weeks if this is correct will the money have to be repaid they don't pay any money to the nursing home .
Asked by jenny - Mon Dec 1 11:23:46 2008 - - 8 Answers - 0 Comments
A. nursing homes for people with dementia in the UK cost about 400 per week...yes week. Before they go in they are financially assessed, and usually all their pensions are added together along with their care allowance and any other benefits, all this is taken as part payment, and the government pay their contribution too, if there is a shortfall, then the family have to cough-up the rest.(oh, i forgot to say, the patient is usally given a weekly allowance of about 10 per week for personal use. So if the family are still collecting pension, i think they may have to pay it back. Unless of course the patient has sold their house to pay for their care.
Answered by Guinevere - Mon Dec 1 17:05:16 2008
Are they using the terms dementia and Alzheimers interchangeably these days?
Q. When I studied 20 years ago, Alzheimers was a brain disease which was one cause of dementia and could have an early onset. Now the terms seem to be synonyms. Please answer only if you are a professional and work in health care.
Asked by sharon - Fri May 2 22:32:38 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Sharon, They might be used as synonyms by some, but that is not accurate. They are different. Short answer - dementia is a cluster of symptoms. Alzheimers is a disease. ( which may show some of the cluster of dementia symptoms.) Dementia is a word for a group of symptoms caused by disorders that affect the brain. It is not a specific disease. People with dementia may not be able to think well enough to do normal activities, such as getting dressed or eating. They may lose their ability to solve problems or control their emotions. Their personalities may change. They may become agitated or see things that are not there. Memory loss is a common symptom of dementia. However, memory loss by itself does not mean you have dementia. People… [cont.]
Answered by billurell - Fri May 2 22:46:51 2008
Q. When I studied 20 years ago, Alzheimers was a brain disease which was one cause of dementia and could have an early onset. Now the terms seem to be synonyms. Please answer only if you are a professional and work in health care.
Asked by sharon - Fri May 2 22:32:38 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Sharon, They might be used as synonyms by some, but that is not accurate. They are different. Short answer - dementia is a cluster of symptoms. Alzheimers is a disease. ( which may show some of the cluster of dementia symptoms.) Dementia is a word for a group of symptoms caused by disorders that affect the brain. It is not a specific disease. People with dementia may not be able to think well enough to do normal activities, such as getting dressed or eating. They may lose their ability to solve problems or control their emotions. Their personalities may change. They may become agitated or see things that are not there. Memory loss is a common symptom of dementia. However, memory loss by itself does not mean you have dementia. People… [cont.]
Answered by billurell - Fri May 2 22:46:51 2008
how do I get paid for taking care of a dementia patient in a wheelchair in her home?
Q. I will be living with as a room mate with a 44 year old women with dementia . She receives SSI payments, and medi-cal health care. I'm not able to find on the web any reference to a care giver receiving any financial compensation for this 24/7 work.
Asked by richardrea - Thu Aug 17 20:16:24 2006 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. She has to apply with Medi-Cal for In-Home Support Services, be approved, and then they arrange in-home care for her. You can find out at that point if you are eligible to be her caregiver under that program or not. However, my guess is you have to be Medi-Cal certified and they can also tell you how to become such.
Answered by April - Thu Aug 17 20:32:30 2006
Q. I will be living with as a room mate with a 44 year old women with dementia . She receives SSI payments, and medi-cal health care. I'm not able to find on the web any reference to a care giver receiving any financial compensation for this 24/7 work.
Asked by richardrea - Thu Aug 17 20:16:24 2006 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. She has to apply with Medi-Cal for In-Home Support Services, be approved, and then they arrange in-home care for her. You can find out at that point if you are eligible to be her caregiver under that program or not. However, my guess is you have to be Medi-Cal certified and they can also tell you how to become such.
Answered by April - Thu Aug 17 20:32:30 2006
What, if anything, can be done for an old pet with dementia?
Q. My dog is almost 17. She's in fair health and quality of life is good. She seems to have some cognitive problems which I consider dementia. Shes gets stuck in certain places, zones out sometimes, wanders the house if things are not 'right' for her, has forgotten hand signals, and has accidents in the house regularly. Can anything be done about this? I play with her every day, but since she's just a pet, it's impossible to determine how bad, or what to do. Anyone have ideas?
Asked by doubledreaming - Fri Nov 10 02:30:32 2006 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. thank-you for still taking care of your dog 'in her senior years. i'm like that too' if you own a pet you own it for life...my dog is 9years old and has congestive heart failure.i hear thats quite comman in little poodle dogs.. i;m giving my dog all the love i can till that day when he passes or gets so ill i have to make that hard desision... good-luck to you and god-bless
Answered by Cami lives - Fri Nov 10 04:20:13 2006
Q. My dog is almost 17. She's in fair health and quality of life is good. She seems to have some cognitive problems which I consider dementia. Shes gets stuck in certain places, zones out sometimes, wanders the house if things are not 'right' for her, has forgotten hand signals, and has accidents in the house regularly. Can anything be done about this? I play with her every day, but since she's just a pet, it's impossible to determine how bad, or what to do. Anyone have ideas?
Asked by doubledreaming - Fri Nov 10 02:30:32 2006 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. thank-you for still taking care of your dog 'in her senior years. i'm like that too' if you own a pet you own it for life...my dog is 9years old and has congestive heart failure.i hear thats quite comman in little poodle dogs.. i;m giving my dog all the love i can till that day when he passes or gets so ill i have to make that hard desision... good-luck to you and god-bless
Answered by Cami lives - Fri Nov 10 04:20:13 2006
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The rates of . dementia. have skyrocketed over the past few decades. No wonder everyone worries about it. Deal with it directly and early.
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