Identifying the Early Signs and Symptoms of Alzheimer’s Disease in Seniors

Alzheimer's and Dementia Care  |  August 20, 2024

What Every Senior in Edmonton, AB Needs to Know About Alzheimer’s Disease

Signs and Symptoms of Alzheimer’s | Millions of people have been affected by Alzheimer’s disease. While, some have been diagnosed with this disease, others are dealing with their loved one’s diagnosis. 

Alzheimer’s Disease: Early Detection

It is estimated that only 33% of diagnosed adults are aware that they have the disease. As a result, various organizations today are working towards increasing that number.

However, until recently, the focus of Alzheimer’s education was always on research to find a cure. For example, early detection is receiving more attention than ever. As a result, many tests are now conducted on how the brain starts to change years before any severe symptoms occur.

Alzheimer’s Disease: The Diagnosis

An Alzheimer’s diagnosis is difficult for everyone involved. That’s why early identification can make a difference in one’s life. That is to say, seniors who get an early diagnosis can participate in clinical trials. Furthermore, an early Alzheimer’s diagnosis can give seniors and their families time to prepare for the future and find a suitable care solution.

For this reason, here are eight early signs and symptoms of Alzheimer’s to look out for.

Eight Early Signs and Symptoms of Alzheimer’s Disease in Seniors

#1. Forgetfulness:

Constant forgetfulness of information such as important dates and events.

#2. Unwilling to Plan:

Trouble managing personal finances and unwillingness to plan for future events.

#3. Local Navigation Trouble:

Getting lost while driving on familiar roads.

#4. Loss of Interest:

Uninterested in their favourite pastimes and hobbies.

#5. Confusion:

Having poor judgment and cannot easily follow a conversation.

#6. Spatial Awareness:

Inability to judge distance and space.

#7. Missing Time and Items:

Losing track of time, sleep problems, and misplacing items.

#8. Mental Health Changes:

Increased anxiety or feelings of depression are also common signs of Alzheimer’s disease.

In short, if you are worried that your loved one might develop Alzheimer’s, these are the early symptoms you should look out for and pay attention to.

Comfort Keepers® in Edmonton Can Help with In-Home Elder Care!

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

To that end, Comfort Keepers®’ are trained caregivers who help provide senior clients with the highest quality of life possible to keep them happy and healthy at home. 

Companionship Care and Interactive Caregiving™

Our Interactive Caregiving™ provides a system of care that addresses companionship, safety, nutrition, mind, body, and activities of daily living (ADLs).

Moreover, our trained caregivers are selected with one specific quality: empathy. Empathetic care is care that starts in the heart, and it allows us to meet our client’s exact needs. 

Home Care Edmonton

To learn more about senior care and to discuss our unique service offering in Edmonton, contact the Comfort Keepers® office. If you live in Devon, Edmonton, Sherwood Park, or Stony Plain and surrounding areas, contact Comfort Keepers at 780-465-4665.

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Comfort Keepers® Edmonton is here to help you and your loved ones get the best care possible. Recently awarded the “Accredited with Exemplary Standing” seal by Accreditation Canada, our Edmonton location has achieved the highest available certification in Canada for Home Care services, clearly demonstrating Comfort Keepers’ commitment to offering safe, high-quality home care to its senior clients in Edmonton.

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