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Alzheimer's disease is a progressive, degenerative disorder that attacks the brain cells and results in loss of memory, thinking, and language, and affects behavior changes and the activities of daily living.
Alzheimer's disease is the most common cause of dementia among people age 65 and older. The disease is not a normal part of aging, and it is important to look for signs that might indicate Alzheimer's disease versus basic forgetfulness. With Alzheimer's, these symptoms gradually increase and become more persistent.
If someone is exhibiting these symptoms, the person should check with a health care professional. Awareness of these warning signs is not a substitute for a structured screening or consultation with a primary care provider.
How we help
Alzheimer's patients need additional time with their care, and Nightingale's staff receives this needed education. Our administrative staff and nursing staff, as well as our social workers, have 15 years of direct-care experience working with Alzheimer's patients. This experience and expertise allows us to work with neurologists in understanding the different options available to families for the medical care of the patient, as well as working directly with caregivers in their understanding of this neurological disease. We take care of not only the patient but educate the family to the progression of the disease.
In addition, our home health aids are given 12 additional hours of training each year regarding difficult behaviors, activities for the patient, safety in the home, and other topics. Our nursing staff is available to our aids 24 hours a day if a question should arise.