What Now? Let us help. What Now? Let us help. Contact us.

Coping with Alzheimer’s Disease or Other Dementias

If you or a loved one have any of these signs and symptoms, we can help guide you through this difficult time.
Coping with Alzheimer’s Disease or Other Dementias.

Dementia is a progressive terminal illness that causes a person to develop worsening memory loss and an inability to carry out daily tasks. In the end stages of Alzheimer’s disease, supportive services like in-home, palliative or hospice care can provide expert symptom management and compassion to patients and their families.

If you or a loved one have any of these signs and symptoms of the final stages of dementia, let us help you:

  • Inability to communicate effectively
  • Inability to carry out activities of daily living independently, such as dressing, bathing and/or eating
  • Urinary and bowel incontinence
  • Decreased nutritional intake with progressive weight loss
  • Recurring infections requiring hospitalization
  • Difficult behaviors
  • Repeated hospitalizations, rehabilitation stays or ER visits

For additional information, you can call (716) 431-3300 or email us at info@CareNavigatorsBuffalo.org

You May Also Be Interested In:
10 Family Caregiver Tips»
The duties of a caregiver can be overwhelming. Here are tips on navigating your new role.
Does your Loved One Need Help?»
Ask yourself these qualifying questions when deciding if your loved one needs home care assistance.
Hospice Myths and Facts»
Hospice is often feared because of misconceptions. Learn the facts and benefits here.

The Conversation Starter Kit

Discussing your health care wishes with your provider.