Seniors and Alzheimers | September 18, 2017
Dementia and sundown syndrome affect many Canadian families. Sundown syndrome and its symptoms can sometimes be hard to identify. A diagnosis can be one of the darkest moments in someone’s life or one that has the brightest light.
What is Sundown Syndrome?
Alzheimer’s disease affects the brain and is host to a specific set of symptoms that can vary in patients. One of the most common signs is known as sundown syndrome. People dealing with the disease may become easily confused, unexplainably anxious or mentally fatigued and notice these symptoms worsen at sundown.
Seniors experiencing signs of Alzheimer’s should be given quality care that emphasizes helping them cope with the diagnosis. Remember to keep things around the home as normal as possible.
Make as few physical changes as possible. Life with Alzheimer’s changes lives in ways that seniors are not prepared for. Keep light bulbs changed to ensure significant lighting and to decrease shadows.
Ensure seniors get good rest and remain calm. Provide healthy meals that are not filled with sugar or caffeine. Normalcy allows seniors to live through this phase of life with as much dignity as possible.
It is a good idea to talk with other family members about what changes they may be noticing in the loved one’s behaviour.
Ignoring the signs and not enlisting the services of those trained to cope with sundown syndrome can lead to bigger issues. Seeking professional help is important for those providing dementia care.
Professionals can provide necessary assessment and care for those dealing with Alzheimer’s and help loved ones understand what changes to expect.
Most importantly, understand that help is available and there is no need to weather this storm alone.
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