Identifying the Early Signs and Symptoms of Alzheimer’s Disease

Seniors and Alzheimers  |  December 30, 2019

What Every Senior in Victoria, BC Needs to Know About Alzheimer’s Disease Early Signs and Symptoms

Alzheimer’s Disease | Millions of people across the country have, in some way, been affected by Alzheimer’s disease. Some of them have been diagnosed with this illness while others are dealing with a diagnosis of a loved family member.

Nowadays, the early detection of the disease is getting more attention than ever before and scientists are actively testing just how a brain starts to change years before any severe symptoms of Alzheimer’s occur.

The Alzheimer’s Association has estimated that only 33% of older adults diagnosed with this disease are aware they have it, and organizations are working to increase this number.

Although Alzheimer’s diagnosis is difficult both for people who are diagnosed as well as their families, detecting it in its early stages can significantly affect one’s quality of life. Detecting the disease early on allows seniors to participate in various clinical trials, and helps them and their families get prepared for the future and find the right care solution.

Early Signs and Symptoms of Alzheimer’s

There are a number of the most common early symptoms of Alzheimer’s seniors and their families should be on the lookout for them. If you notice that your loved one is forgetting something that they recently learned as well as important dates such as their birthday, or they are often asking the same question, schedule a doctor’s appointment as soon as possible.

Expressing worry about memory capabilities, having issues with managing finances or solving problems, and unwillingness to plan for future events are also early symptoms of the disease. Patients with Alzheimer’s also become lost while driving even if they know the route by heart, they disengage from work, favourite hobbies, or social events and often experience changes in mood and personality.

If your loved one suddenly has problems with following or joining a conversation, judging distance/space and easily loses track of time, consider consulting their physician. Other common signs of Alzheimer’s are sleep problems, misplacing items, increased anxiety and difficulty completing familiar tasks at home.

At Comfort Keepers® Victoria we feel that home is the best place to be.

If you are concerned about the health and well-being of your aging loved ones we can help with 24-hour care, senior care, companionship care, end-of-life care, post-surgery care, palliative care, personal care, senior living transition services, and much more! 

Comfort Keepers® Victoria Provides In-Home Elderly Care Services

Comfort Keepers® 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).

Comfort Keepers® Victoria In-Home Caregivers Can Help with Interactive Caregiving™

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 Victoria office.

Comfort Keepers® Victoria is proud to provide senior care and home care services to keep seniors safe in their homes.

If you are searching for home care near me, Comfort Keepers® Victoria can provide home care for the seniors of Victoria and the surrounding areas of Colwood, Saanich, Sidney, James Bay, and Oak Bay. Please call (778) 265-5999 and learn how your loved ones can receive compassionate, professional in-home care.

Comfort Keepers® Victoria has been accredited with Exemplary Standing with Accreditation Canada. Accreditation is an intensive process in which an organization’s processes, policies, and procedures are examined by industry experts against a set of 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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