November is National Alzheimer's Disease Awareness month. Here's more information from the National Institute on Aging on mild, moderate and severe stages of Alzheimer's Disease.
Mild Alzheimer’s Disease
"As Alzheimer’s disease progresses, memory loss continues and changes in other cognitive abilities appear. Problems can include getting lost, trouble handling money and paying bills, repeating questions, taking longer to complete normal daily tasks, poor judgment, and small mood and personality changes. People often are diagnosed in this stage. "
Moderate Alzheimer’s Disease
"In this stage, damage occurs in areas of the brain that control language, reasoning, sensory processing, and conscious thought. Memory loss and confusion increase, and people begin to have problems recognizing family and friends. They may be unable to learn new things, carry out tasks that involve multiple steps (such as getting dressed), or cope with new situations. They may have hallucinations, delusions, and paranoia, and may behave impulsively. "
Severe Alzheimer’s Disease
"By the final stage, plaques and tangles have spread throughout the brain and brain tissue has shrunk significantly. People with severe Alzheimer’s cannot communicate and are completely dependent on others for their care. Near the end, the person may be in bed most or all of the time as the body shuts down. "
I have written about my personal experiences with my mother and step-father, who were both diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease, in my latest book Baby Boomers--Sandwiched Between Retirement & Caregiving. Get your copy now for only $20 at http://www.babyboomerssandwich.com/.
Sincerely,
Sandra - Caregiver Guru
Wednesday, November 3, 2010
Tuesday, November 2, 2010
Early Signs and Symptoms of Alzheimer's Disease
November is Alzheimer's Awareness Month. According to the National Institute on Aging, "Although we still don’t know what starts the Alzheimer’s disease process, we do know that damage to the brain begins as many as 10 to 20 years before any problems are evident.
Tangles begin to develop deep in the brain, in an area called the entorhinal cortex, and plaques form in other areas. As more and more plaques and tangles form in particular brain areas, healthy neurons begin to work less efficiently.
Then, they lose their ability to function and communicate with each other, and eventually they die. This damaging process spreads to a nearby structure, called the hippocampus, which is essential in forming memories.
As the death of neurons increases, affected brain regions begin to shrink. By the final stage of Alzheimer’s, damage is widespread and brain tissue has shrunk significantly. "
The National Institute on Aging further reports, early signs and symptoms of Alzheimer's disease.
"Memory problems are one of the first signs of Alzheimer’s disease. Some people with memory problems have a condition called amnestic mild cognitive impairment (MCI). People with this condition have more memory problems than normal for people their age, but their symptoms are not as severe as those with Alzheimer’s. More people with MCI, compared with those without MCI, go on to develop Alzheimer’s.
Other changes may also signal the very early stages of Alzheimer’s disease. For example, brain imaging and bio marker studies of people with MCI and those with a family history of Alzheimer’s are beginning to detect early changes in the brain like those seen in Alzheimer’s.
These findings will need to be confirmed by other studies but appear promising. Other recent research has found links between some movement difficulties and MCI. Researchers also have seen links between some problems with the sense of smell and cognitive problems. Such findings offer hope that some day we may have tools that could help detect Alzheimer’s early, track the course of the disease, and monitor response to treatments. "
Unfortunately, I know first-hand about this insidious disease. My Mother and step-father were both diagnoses with Alzheimer's, and I wrote the first book ever published in the United States on caring for aging parents.
My Turn--Caring for Aging Parents & Other Elderly Loved Ones was published in 1996!
For a limited time, you can get a copy of my latest book, Baby Boomers--Sandwiched Between Retirement & Caregiving, which includes everything from My Turn for only $20 at: http://www.babyboomerssandwich.com/
Also, get four FREE gifts for Caregiviers at: www.TheSacredJourneyofCaregiving.com/AlzWalk
Sincerely,
Sandra - Caregiver Guru
Tangles begin to develop deep in the brain, in an area called the entorhinal cortex, and plaques form in other areas. As more and more plaques and tangles form in particular brain areas, healthy neurons begin to work less efficiently.
Then, they lose their ability to function and communicate with each other, and eventually they die. This damaging process spreads to a nearby structure, called the hippocampus, which is essential in forming memories.
As the death of neurons increases, affected brain regions begin to shrink. By the final stage of Alzheimer’s, damage is widespread and brain tissue has shrunk significantly. "
The National Institute on Aging further reports, early signs and symptoms of Alzheimer's disease.
"Memory problems are one of the first signs of Alzheimer’s disease. Some people with memory problems have a condition called amnestic mild cognitive impairment (MCI). People with this condition have more memory problems than normal for people their age, but their symptoms are not as severe as those with Alzheimer’s. More people with MCI, compared with those without MCI, go on to develop Alzheimer’s.
Other changes may also signal the very early stages of Alzheimer’s disease. For example, brain imaging and bio marker studies of people with MCI and those with a family history of Alzheimer’s are beginning to detect early changes in the brain like those seen in Alzheimer’s.
These findings will need to be confirmed by other studies but appear promising. Other recent research has found links between some movement difficulties and MCI. Researchers also have seen links between some problems with the sense of smell and cognitive problems. Such findings offer hope that some day we may have tools that could help detect Alzheimer’s early, track the course of the disease, and monitor response to treatments. "
Unfortunately, I know first-hand about this insidious disease. My Mother and step-father were both diagnoses with Alzheimer's, and I wrote the first book ever published in the United States on caring for aging parents.
My Turn--Caring for Aging Parents & Other Elderly Loved Ones was published in 1996!
For a limited time, you can get a copy of my latest book, Baby Boomers--Sandwiched Between Retirement & Caregiving, which includes everything from My Turn for only $20 at: http://www.babyboomerssandwich.com/
Also, get four FREE gifts for Caregiviers at: www.TheSacredJourneyofCaregiving.com/AlzWalk
Sincerely,
Sandra - Caregiver Guru
Monday, November 1, 2010
Advancing Our Understanding of Alzheimer's Disease
Advancing Our Understanding
According to the National Institute on Aging, "Thirty years ago, we knew very little about Alzheimer’s disease.
Since then, scientists have made many important advances. Research supported by NIA and other organizations has expanded knowledge of brain function in healthy older people, identified ways we might lessen normal age-related declines in mental function, and deepened our understanding of the disease.
Many scientists and physicians are now working together to untangle the genetic, biological, and environmental factors that, over many years, ultimately result in Alzheimer’s.
This effort is bringing us closer to the day when we will be able to manage successfully or even prevent this devastating disease."
Receive four FREE gifts for Caregivers at: www.TheSacredJourneyofCaregiving.com/AlzWalk
Sincerely,
Sandra - Caregiver Gura
According to the National Institute on Aging, "Thirty years ago, we knew very little about Alzheimer’s disease.
Since then, scientists have made many important advances. Research supported by NIA and other organizations has expanded knowledge of brain function in healthy older people, identified ways we might lessen normal age-related declines in mental function, and deepened our understanding of the disease.
Many scientists and physicians are now working together to untangle the genetic, biological, and environmental factors that, over many years, ultimately result in Alzheimer’s.
This effort is bringing us closer to the day when we will be able to manage successfully or even prevent this devastating disease."
Receive four FREE gifts for Caregivers at: www.TheSacredJourneyofCaregiving.com/AlzWalk
Sincerely,
Sandra - Caregiver Gura
National Alzheimer's Awareness Month
November is National Alzheimer's Disease Awareness month. It is estimated that as many as 5.1 million Americans have been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease.
According to the National Institute on Aging:
"Alzheimer’s disease is an irreversible, progressive brain disease that slowly destroys memory and thinking skills, and eventually even the ability to carry out the simplest tasks. In most people with Alzheimer’s, symptoms first appear after age 60.
Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of dementia among older people. Dementia is the loss of cognitive functioning—thinking, remembering, and reasoning—to such an extent that it interferes with a person’s daily life and activities. Estimates vary, but experts suggest that as many as 5.1 million Americans may have Alzheimer’s.
Alzheimer’s disease is named after Dr. Alois Alzheimer. In 1906, Dr. Alzheimer noticed changes in the brain tissue of a woman who had died of an unusual mental illness. Her symptoms included memory loss, language problems, and unpredictable behavior. After she died, he examined her brain and found many abnormal clumps (now called amyloid plaques) and tangled bundles of fibers (now called neurofibrillary tangles). Plaques and tangles in the brain are two of the main features of Alzheimer’s disease. The third is the loss of connections between nerve cells (neurons) in the brain.
Alzheimer’s disease is an irreversible, progressive brain disease that slowly destroys memory and thinking skills, and eventually even the ability to carry out the simplest tasks. In most people with Alzheimer’s, symptoms first appear after age 60.
Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of dementia among older people. Dementia is the loss of cognitive functioning—thinking, remembering, and reasoning—to such an extent that it interferes with a person’s daily life and activities. Estimates vary, but experts suggest that as many as 5.1 million Americans may have Alzheimer’s.
Alzheimer’s disease is named after Dr. Alois Alzheimer. In 1906, Dr. Alzheimer noticed changes in the brain tissue of a woman who had died of an unusual mental illness. Her symptoms included memory loss, language problems, and unpredictable behavior. After she died, he examined her brain and found many abnormal clumps (now called amyloid plaques) and tangled bundles of fibers (now called neurofibrillary tangles). Plaques and tangles in the brain are two of the main features of Alzheimer’s disease. The third is the loss of connections between nerve cells (neurons) in the brain."
For FREE gifts for Caregivers go to: www.TheSacredJourneyofCaregiving.com/AlzWalk and for a limited time get a copy of Baby Boomers-Sandwiched Between Retirement & caregiving for only $20 at: www.BabyBoomersSandwich.com
Sincerely,
Sandra - Caregiver Guru
According to the National Institute on Aging:
"Alzheimer’s disease is an irreversible, progressive brain disease that slowly destroys memory and thinking skills, and eventually even the ability to carry out the simplest tasks. In most people with Alzheimer’s, symptoms first appear after age 60.
Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of dementia among older people. Dementia is the loss of cognitive functioning—thinking, remembering, and reasoning—to such an extent that it interferes with a person’s daily life and activities. Estimates vary, but experts suggest that as many as 5.1 million Americans may have Alzheimer’s.
Alzheimer’s disease is named after Dr. Alois Alzheimer. In 1906, Dr. Alzheimer noticed changes in the brain tissue of a woman who had died of an unusual mental illness. Her symptoms included memory loss, language problems, and unpredictable behavior. After she died, he examined her brain and found many abnormal clumps (now called amyloid plaques) and tangled bundles of fibers (now called neurofibrillary tangles). Plaques and tangles in the brain are two of the main features of Alzheimer’s disease. The third is the loss of connections between nerve cells (neurons) in the brain.
Alzheimer’s disease is an irreversible, progressive brain disease that slowly destroys memory and thinking skills, and eventually even the ability to carry out the simplest tasks. In most people with Alzheimer’s, symptoms first appear after age 60.
Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of dementia among older people. Dementia is the loss of cognitive functioning—thinking, remembering, and reasoning—to such an extent that it interferes with a person’s daily life and activities. Estimates vary, but experts suggest that as many as 5.1 million Americans may have Alzheimer’s.
Alzheimer’s disease is named after Dr. Alois Alzheimer. In 1906, Dr. Alzheimer noticed changes in the brain tissue of a woman who had died of an unusual mental illness. Her symptoms included memory loss, language problems, and unpredictable behavior. After she died, he examined her brain and found many abnormal clumps (now called amyloid plaques) and tangled bundles of fibers (now called neurofibrillary tangles). Plaques and tangles in the brain are two of the main features of Alzheimer’s disease. The third is the loss of connections between nerve cells (neurons) in the brain."
For FREE gifts for Caregivers go to: www.TheSacredJourneyofCaregiving.com/AlzWalk and for a limited time get a copy of Baby Boomers-Sandwiched Between Retirement & caregiving for only $20 at: www.BabyBoomersSandwich.com
Sincerely,
Sandra - Caregiver Guru
Monday, September 20, 2010
Baby Boomers Remember The 5th. Dimension
Milions of us Baby Boomers became of age listening to The Age of Aquarius and the incredible music of The 5th. Dimension.
The original group consisted of Lamonte McLemore, Marilyn McCoo, Florence LaRue, Ron Townson, and Billy Davis Jr.
Some of my favorite songs include Stoned Soul Picnic, Wedding Bell Blues, Going Out of My Head, Never My Love, Aquarius/Let The Sunshine In, Up, Up and Away....well, actually I loved everything they ever recorded.
Their music was REAL! Music that spanned the spectrum from quite, contemplative, soul searching to "everybody let's dance!!"
It seems much of my life was recorded on the screen of my heart with The 5th. Dimension singing in the background. Consequently, nostalgia stops me in my tracks whenever I hear any of their songs.
Now, I can hardly believe that in a few hours I will interview the only remaining original member of this amazing group--Florence LaRue!!
My husband and I met Florence in Los Angeles a few months ago and became friends over the course of the three day Dreams to Reality Success Summit which we were all attending. I can attest that she looks the same as she did back in the 1960's when they first formed the group.
As of April 2009, the group is actively touring as "Florence LaRue & The 5th Dimension," led by Florence with Willie Williams, Leonard Tucker, Patrice Morris, and Floyd Smith.
Florence LaRue, known as the Divine Diva, will be my special guest Tuesday, September 21st.
You surely won't want to miss this episode. Florence will talk about her 44 years with the 5th Dimension--why she stayed and the highlights (and maybe some of the lowlights) of her amazing career.
Florence has agreed to talk about her education, health, charity work, solo performances, and her spirituality.
She will also share how she's managed to maintain balance in her life while balancing her life's work, motherhood and family life.
She's also agreed to share tidbits from rare and special speaking engagements she's had over the span of her career-with whom and what subjects!
Plus, she's willing to give up her beauty secrets. So, be sure you tune in for this exclusive interview with the Divine Diva of the 5th Dimension.
Tuesday, September 21st. Noon EDT (9amPDT) www.BlogTalkRadio.com/sandra-haymon
Call-in Number: (646) 929-1184
See you on the radio.
Sincerely,
Sandra - Caregiver Guru
P.S. Register for my Free Teleconference with Sherry Anshara on Friday, Sept. 24th. 4-5pm PDT
The original group consisted of Lamonte McLemore, Marilyn McCoo, Florence LaRue, Ron Townson, and Billy Davis Jr.
Some of my favorite songs include Stoned Soul Picnic, Wedding Bell Blues, Going Out of My Head, Never My Love, Aquarius/Let The Sunshine In, Up, Up and Away....well, actually I loved everything they ever recorded.
Their music was REAL! Music that spanned the spectrum from quite, contemplative, soul searching to "everybody let's dance!!"
It seems much of my life was recorded on the screen of my heart with The 5th. Dimension singing in the background. Consequently, nostalgia stops me in my tracks whenever I hear any of their songs.
Now, I can hardly believe that in a few hours I will interview the only remaining original member of this amazing group--Florence LaRue!!
My husband and I met Florence in Los Angeles a few months ago and became friends over the course of the three day Dreams to Reality Success Summit which we were all attending. I can attest that she looks the same as she did back in the 1960's when they first formed the group.
As of April 2009, the group is actively touring as "Florence LaRue & The 5th Dimension," led by Florence with Willie Williams, Leonard Tucker, Patrice Morris, and Floyd Smith.
Florence LaRue, known as the Divine Diva, will be my special guest Tuesday, September 21st.
You surely won't want to miss this episode. Florence will talk about her 44 years with the 5th Dimension--why she stayed and the highlights (and maybe some of the lowlights) of her amazing career.
Florence has agreed to talk about her education, health, charity work, solo performances, and her spirituality.
She will also share how she's managed to maintain balance in her life while balancing her life's work, motherhood and family life.
She's also agreed to share tidbits from rare and special speaking engagements she's had over the span of her career-with whom and what subjects!
Plus, she's willing to give up her beauty secrets. So, be sure you tune in for this exclusive interview with the Divine Diva of the 5th Dimension.
Tuesday, September 21st. Noon EDT (9amPDT) www.BlogTalkRadio.com/sandra-haymon
Call-in Number: (646) 929-1184
See you on the radio.
Sincerely,
Sandra - Caregiver Guru
P.S. Register for my Free Teleconference with Sherry Anshara on Friday, Sept. 24th. 4-5pm PDT
Thursday, September 16, 2010
Exclusive Interview with Florence LaRue of the 5th Dimension
Wow! Is this the Age of America? Florence LaRue, known as the Divine Diva, and the only
original member remaining in the singing group the 5th Dimension will be my special guest
Tuesday, September 21st.
You surely won't want to miss this episode. Florence will talk about her 44 years with the 5th Dimension--why she stayed-- the highlights (and maybe some of the low-lights) of her amazing career.
Florence has agreed to talk about her education, health, charity work, solo performances, and her spirituality.
She will also share how she's managed to maintain balance in her life while balancing her life's work, motherhood and family life.
She's also agreed to share tidbits from rare and special speaking engagements she's had over the span of her career-with whom and what subjects!
Plus, she's willing to give up her beauty secrets!!
So, be sure you tune in for this exclusive interview with the Divine Diva of the 5th Dimension.
www.BlogTalkRadio.com/sandra-haymon
Sincerely,
sandra-Caregiver Guru
P.S. Be sure to sing up for my Live Event before 9/25 and receive over $2000 in FREE Bonus gifts at the event. www.TheSacredJourneyOfCaregiving.com
original member remaining in the singing group the 5th Dimension will be my special guest
Tuesday, September 21st.
You surely won't want to miss this episode. Florence will talk about her 44 years with the 5th Dimension--why she stayed-- the highlights (and maybe some of the low-lights) of her amazing career.
Florence has agreed to talk about her education, health, charity work, solo performances, and her spirituality.
She will also share how she's managed to maintain balance in her life while balancing her life's work, motherhood and family life.
She's also agreed to share tidbits from rare and special speaking engagements she's had over the span of her career-with whom and what subjects!
Plus, she's willing to give up her beauty secrets!!
So, be sure you tune in for this exclusive interview with the Divine Diva of the 5th Dimension.
www.BlogTalkRadio.com/sandra-haymon
Sincerely,
sandra-Caregiver Guru
P.S. Be sure to sing up for my Live Event before 9/25 and receive over $2000 in FREE Bonus gifts at the event. www.TheSacredJourneyOfCaregiving.com
Monday, September 13, 2010
Powered With Passion-Increase Productivity in All Areas of Your Life!
Are you overwhelmed with all the details of life?
Are you exhausted trying to cram family, fun and business into one day?
Are you wasting time and money with an outdated business model?
Perhaps you're tired of searching for your purpose in life and never finding it.
If you could possess a value system to show you how to have what you desire, without loss, lack or struggle in your life, would you want it?
Do you think you're worth it?
Would you like to discover how to integrate your personal passions with the ‘work’ you do in the world?
Would you like to know how to increase wealth on all levels: emotional, financial, physical and spiritual?
Would you like to:
*Increase your productivity, effectiveness & outcomes?
*Create a truly unique Value System for prosperous living?
*Discover & implement your truest passions in life?
*Integrate your passions with business & family life
*Design a life that fosters & inspires others?
*Integrate family, passion, & business so that your bottom line is overflowing?
* Create conscious intentions to help you contribute to all of your passions with truth?
* Discover where to best put your time, energy, and resources?
Prosperity, abundance and fulfillment naturally follow you when you live a life you design by choice.
If you want to effectively and efficiently accomplish all that you desire with harmony and excitement, you won't want to miss this episode.
My special guest is Laura Gisborne, founder of Powered With Passion. Laura is a highly successful "Mompreneur.”
She owned her first business by age 23 and in the past twenty years has created, owned and operated nine lucrative businesses.
Her favorite traditional Spanish wedding quote encapsulates her outlook on life:
“Health, wealth, love and the time to enjoy them.”
Laura will share her secrets for success and discuss how to approach life "Powered With Passion."
If you want to live a life of abundance and balance, you won't want to miss this episode
Please join us Tuesday, September 14, 2010, Noon EDT (9:00am PDT): www.BlogTalkRadio.com/sandra-haymon
Sincerely,
Sandra-Caregiver Guru
P.S. Register today for my live event, Tuesday, October 5th. at the Air Conference Centre, 3419 East University Dr., Phoenix, AZ 85034, from 6-8pm: www.TheSacredJourneyOfCaregiving.com
Are you exhausted trying to cram family, fun and business into one day?
Are you wasting time and money with an outdated business model?
Perhaps you're tired of searching for your purpose in life and never finding it.
If you could possess a value system to show you how to have what you desire, without loss, lack or struggle in your life, would you want it?
Do you think you're worth it?
Would you like to discover how to integrate your personal passions with the ‘work’ you do in the world?
Would you like to know how to increase wealth on all levels: emotional, financial, physical and spiritual?
Would you like to:
*Increase your productivity, effectiveness & outcomes?
*Create a truly unique Value System for prosperous living?
*Discover & implement your truest passions in life?
*Integrate your passions with business & family life
*Design a life that fosters & inspires others?
*Integrate family, passion, & business so that your bottom line is overflowing?
* Create conscious intentions to help you contribute to all of your passions with truth?
* Discover where to best put your time, energy, and resources?
Prosperity, abundance and fulfillment naturally follow you when you live a life you design by choice.
If you want to effectively and efficiently accomplish all that you desire with harmony and excitement, you won't want to miss this episode.
My special guest is Laura Gisborne, founder of Powered With Passion. Laura is a highly successful "Mompreneur.”
She owned her first business by age 23 and in the past twenty years has created, owned and operated nine lucrative businesses.
Her favorite traditional Spanish wedding quote encapsulates her outlook on life:
“Health, wealth, love and the time to enjoy them.”
Laura will share her secrets for success and discuss how to approach life "Powered With Passion."
If you want to live a life of abundance and balance, you won't want to miss this episode
Please join us Tuesday, September 14, 2010, Noon EDT (9:00am PDT): www.BlogTalkRadio.com/sandra-haymon
Sincerely,
Sandra-Caregiver Guru
P.S. Register today for my live event, Tuesday, October 5th. at the Air Conference Centre, 3419 East University Dr., Phoenix, AZ 85034, from 6-8pm: www.TheSacredJourneyOfCaregiving.com
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