Identifying the Early Signs and Symptoms of Alzheimer’s

Seniors and Alzheimers  |  December 30, 2019

What Every Senior in Vancouver, BC Needs to Know About the Signs and Symptoms of Alzheimer’s Disease

Signs and Symptoms of Alzheimer’s | It is no wonder that the world of Alzheimer’s research is as big as it is. After all, millions of people across the globe are being affected by this disease. Some of them have been personally diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, while others are dealing with their loved one’s diagnosis.

When it comes to Alzheimer’s awareness, the focus has always been on finding the cure. However, early detection of the disease is now receiving more attention than ever and scientists are conducting studies to see just how the brain changes years before severe symptoms occur in Alzheimer’s patients.

It has been estimated that only 33% of seniors diagnosed with Alzheimer’s are aware that they have it and organizations are trying to increase this number. An Alzheimer’s diagnosis is very difficult for every person involved, but identifying it sooner can significantly improve the patient’s quality of life.

Early detection can allow seniors to participate in clinical trials, as well as give them and their families time to prepare for the future and consider all of the care options.

The Early Signs and Symptoms of Alzheimer’s

There are numerous early signs of Alzheimer’s that seniors and their families should be on the lookout for. If your aging loved one is forgetting information such as important dates or addresses and is often asking the same question, you should schedule a physician appointment.

Other signs of Alzheimer’s disease are increased change in mood and personality, trouble solving problems, poor judgment and inability to judge distance/space.

If your parent has become…

• unwilling to plan for future events
• often gets lost while driving even on familiar roads
• no longer shows interest in their favourite pastimes and social events
• finds it difficult to follow conversations and often loses track of time and misplaces items…

Take them to see their doctor. Seniors with Alzheimer’s also struggle with falling and staying asleep, feelings of depression and completing familiar tasks at home.

Comfort Keepers® is the Best Senior Home Care Provider in Vancouver, BC

Comfort Keepers® is the preferred choice for many families when arranging senior home care services for a loved one in or around Vancouver. If you are concerned about the health and well-being of your aging loved ones we can help with Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Care, End of Life Care, Respite Care, and much more! 

Comfort Keepers® Vancouver Can Help with Interactive Caregiving™

Comfort Keepers®’s trained caregivers help provide senior clients with the highest quality of life possible to keep them happy and healthy at home. Our Interactive Caregiving™ provides a system of care that addresses safety, nutrition, mind, body, and activities of daily living (ADLs).

Our philosophy is to elevate the human spirit and our caregivers will be there every step of the way to ensure your loved one has a better quality of life. Personal and empathetic care is care that starts in the heart, and it allows us to meet our client’s exact needs. Learn more about our unique service which offers personal care, companionship care, palliative care, and end-of-life care by contacting the Comfort Keepers Vancouver office.

Comfort Keepers® Brings You The Best Home Care Assistance Right Where You Live.

Comfort Keepers® Vancouver is proud to provide home care throughout Vancouver that keeps seniors safe in their homes. We provide home care for the seniors of Vancouver and the surrounding areas of Burnaby, Langley, Maple Ridge, and Richmond please call (604) 689-8609. 

Comfort Keepers® Vancouver has been accredited with Exemplary Standing with Accreditation Canada. Accreditation is an intensive process in which industry experts examine an organization’s processes, policies, and procedures against quality standards. To achieve accredited status, Comfort Keepers offices met or exceeded the rigorous standards for Home Care companies, as defined by Accreditation Canada. 

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