Dementia is one of the most difficult medical issues that families face today. More than 6 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease. Each year, 16 million people provide nearly 17 billion hours of unpaid care for family and friends with dementia.
If someone you love has received a troubling diagnosis, I’d like to offer some helpful advice for making the journey as smooth and meaningful as possible.
First, seek out sound medical advice. There is no cure for dementia, but medications and treatments can minimize its effects and slow down its progression.