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Worldwide, more than 55 million people, including nearly 7 million in the United States, are living with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia. Unfortunately, that number is projected to rise to nearly 13 million people in America by 2050. That’s why June, which marks Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month, is an especially important time to help bring greater attention and understanding of diseases affecting the brain.

While too many people are still unfortunately battling cognitive issues, the good news is that real progress is being made and more options exist than ever before to help those living with this disease. Last year, the first-ever drug designed to slow the progression of Alzheimer’s disease, Leqembi, hit the market. This year, another Alzheimer’s drug is going through FDA approval, Donanemab, which has also been shown to slow the progression of memory and thinking problems by 22% to 29% in clinical trials.

Even though drugs like Leqembi and Donanemab may represent a major step forward in the treatment of Alzheimer’s and other progressive forms of dementia, they are only intended for people in the very early stages of the disease. Nonetheless, there are additional resources beyond medications to help those affected, including the support of caregivers who can play a significant role in the care and education of patients and families.

“At Family & Nursing Care, we recognize that being diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia can be especially troubling to families,” says Kelly Salb, Vice President of Client Services for Family & Nursing Care. “That’s why we offer tailored support and a range of services to help meet client’s needs while giving families peace of mind knowing their loves ones are in good hands.”

The Family & Nursing Care Difference

Family & Nursing Care is a longtime leader in providing access to best-in-class care for older adults living with dementia and other cognitive issues, so they can feel as comfortable as possible. Dementia services available include private, customizable support and companionship for clients based on their individual needs. Our network of highly trained Caregivers has experience supporting clients at different stages of dementia, including:

• Early-Stage Needs: For those in the early stages of memory loss diseases, Caregivers can provide emotional and daily support, including keeping appointments, assistance with remembering to take medications, and encouraging participation in activities that can help exercise certain brain functions and potentially slow disease progression.
• Middle-Stage Needs: For those experiencing increased memory trouble, acting out, developing triggers, or otherwise diagnosed with middle-stage dementia needs, Caregivers can assist with daily tasks like grooming, cooking, and household chores. As the disease progresses, Caregivers can also provide services focused on keeping clients comfortable and more at-ease.

With June marking Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month, this is an important time to reflect on all the advancements and options available to families now, including home care, to help combat this disease. To learn more about Family & Nursing Care’s Alzheimer’s and dementia care offerings, visit the Home Care and Alzheimer’s/Dementia webpage, or to learn more about Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month, visit the Alzheimer’s Association.