Dr. Alois Alzheimer was the man behind the discovery of Alzheimer’s, a neurodegenerative disease that wreaks havoc on seniors, and some younger than that. This condition, discovered by the tangles in the brain along with other symptoms, was a remarkable discovery at the time.

However, Dr. Alzheimer was not always taken seriously with his research, and this marked discovery actually was dismissed by the other psychiatrists at the facility he worked at.

So how did it come to be? How did this discovery shape the world of geriatric medicine, and how did it pave the way for discovering the makeup of Alzheimer’s and how does that help us better understand this today?

This episode will take a deeper look into the life of the man behind it all, the psychiatrist that discovered this condition, and at the end of this episode, you’ll learn everything you need to know about this man’s life, and how his discovery came to be.

A caregiver is someone that provides care for your elderly loved one, but they can be so much more. Having a bond with their loved one can make the caregiving experience easier on your loved one, and on you. Being able to trust someone to provide care for your loved one can be a relief and allow you to enjoy spending time with your loved one more, and stress about everything involved with caring for them less.

A bond can help a caregiver and their patient in so many ways. Listen to today’s episode to learn more!

Thank you for tuning into All Home Care Matters. We know that caring for your loved one is an important job and can be stressful at times, so subscribe to our podcast and YouTube channel to get all the latest insight and information. We are here for you as you face this new journey.

Dehydration is a serious condition that affects all ages, especially seniors. Seniors are more susceptible to dehydration due to a decrease in total body fluids and the body’s natural aging process.

Dehydration can make your loved one feel weak, confused, and can ultimately lead to death. Today, we are discussing the dangers of dehydration, the signs to look for, and ways you can help your loved one recover and prevent dehydration. Listen now to learn more!

Thank you for tuning into All Home Care Matters. We know that caring for your loved one is an important job and can be stressful at times, so subscribe to our podcast to get all the latest insight and information. We are here for you as you face this new journey.

Joanne Eason is President of Five Wishes, an advance care planning program created by the national non-profit, Aging with Dignity. She works with the more than 40,000 partner organizations to assist in starting conversations with various audiences regarding discussions and documentation about medical care prior to a serious illness. She oversees program development, outreach and distribution of millions of Five Wishes documents annually.

Joanne has more than 25 years of communication experience – centered primarily in the health and insurance industries – and provides strategic counsel on how best to implement the Five Wishes framework. Joanne holds a Master of Arts in Communications from Michigan State University.

February is Heart Disease Awareness Month and we hope to bring more awareness to our listeners with today’s episode. Heart disease is the number one cause of death in the world. Heart disease is not one specific disease, but it is a term that encompasses several different heart conditions and illnesses.

Today, we hear the stories of 3 individuals with heart disease and learn how they overcame the disease. Listen to today’s episode for first-hand accounts of survivors and what they say is the most important thing to remember.

Thank you for tuning into All Home Care Matters. We know that caring for your loved one is an important job and can be stressful at times, so subscribe to our podcast to get all the latest insight and information. We are here for you as you face this new journey.

Have you ever tried to explain dementia to a child? If so, you may have had more questions than answers.

All Home Care Matters was honored to welcome the remarkable team behind the book, Dancing with Memories.

Dancing with Memories is a children's book that helps to demystify and explain dementia for children to have a better understanding on what dementia is and what a loved one may be going through.

If you interested in receiving a copy of Dancing with Memories please email the show directly and we will provide you a with a copy at no charge. *Limited Supply*

If your loved one is no longer able to stay home alone, it may be time to look for a caregiver. There are many types of caregivers, which we have covered in previous episodes, but today we’re talking about the qualities to look for in a good caregiver. Listen to today’s episode to learn more about what to look for when hiring a caregiver and how you can find the perfect fit for your family.

Thank you for tuning into All Home Care Matters. We know that caring for your loved one is an important job and can be stressful at times, so subscribe to our podcast to get all the latest insight and information. We are here for you as you face this new journey.

In this episode, you’ll learn some quick tips to help you stay active and healthy as a caregiver, and some fun healthy tips that you can do right at home in order to prevent caregiver burnout from setting in.

All Home Care Matters is privileged to welcome the founder and president of Zaggo, Inc. Roberta Carson to the show for an in-depth interview about her journey caring for her son Zachary and how this lead to the creation of Zaggo, Inc.  

Zaggo is a national nonprofit organization founded by Roberta Carson in 2010. Zaggo is dedicated to providing patients and their family caregivers with the information and tools they need to become empowered, engaged, effective members of their medical teams for the best possible care.

If this is a thought you have recently been having, today’s episode can help you see that you are, in fact, a caregiver. Visiting every day, helping with chores, driving to appointments, and even just worrying about your loved one are all signs that you are a caregiver for your loved one. Listen now to learn more.

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https://betterhealthwhileaging.net/are-you-a-caregiver/

https://val-u-care.com/am-i-a-caregiver-how-to-know-if-you-are-a-caregiver/

https://www.apa.org/pi/about/publications/caregivers/faq/positive-aspects

https://www.easterseals.com/explore-resources/for-caregivers/being-a-caregiver-for-someone-you-love.html

http://www.shieldhealthcare.com/community/caregivers/2016/07/01/life-lessons-caregiver/