A collection of symptoms induced by brain abnormalities, Dementia disrupts cognitive performance, making it difficult for individuals to do daily chores on their own.
A collection of symptoms induced by brain abnormalities, Dementia disrupts cognitive performance, making it difficult for individuals to do daily chores on their own. Being diagnosed with dementia makes one fearful of what the future holds for them. It is also a difficult moment for the patient's family as they struggle to come to terms with the diagnosis.
Dementia has diverse types, and it uniquely affects each person. The symptoms cannot be generalized, which means treatment processes vary, and the same treatment plan cannot be applied to every patient. It starts with difficulty in remembering names and forgetting recent events. As the disease progresses, it begins to significantly affect the patient’s memory, and ability to make decisions, causing confusion, mood swings, and personality changes. Patients require regular medical check-ups, need constant monitoring, and help with tasks too.
This is where a memory care home plays an all-encompassing role. These are long-term residential care facilities that cater to the specific needs of patients with neurodegenerative disorders. From medical check-ups to activities that promote memory health by stimulating the brain and 24/7 monitoring, memory care homes are an ideal care option for patients with Dementia.
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