Don’t Let the Heat Beat You
5 Steps to Prepare for Alzheimer’s Disease
RESEARCH LONG-TERM CARE This is another thing that is important to do before it is too late. You need to find a facility that will provide safe treatment where you are comfortable leaving your loved one or yourself. It’s also important to try and find a facility that is close to home so your family can visit whenever they want. Don’t stop at internet research either. It’s vital to visit these facilities and get a genuine feel for them. Pay attention to the staff and how patients are treated and cared for. TALK TO YOUR FAMILY It’s important to keep your family in the know. It’s important to discuss with them your wishes and how you want things handled before it is too late. Alzheimer’s can become a family affair, and it’s important that everyone knows their role. MAKE LEGAL AND FINANCIAL DECISIONS EARLY Getting your estate in order is an important task regardless of illness. If you or a loved one begin to show signs of dementia and do not have a trust or will in place, it is urgent that you act fast. Van Dyck Law can help answer any questions you may have about estate planning or caring for the elderly.
Alzheimer’s disease is the most common brain disorder in persons over the age of 85. Sometimes it begins with the simplest of missteps like forgetting a name or important date. Before long it snowballs and the person begins to forget sections of their past or simple tasks. While there is no cure for Alzheimer’s disease, there are a few things you can do to prepare in case you or a loved one begins showing symptoms. UNDERSTAND THE RISKS If your parent has, or had, Alzheimer’s disease, you’re at a greater risk for dementia. Age also plays a large role. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, most people with the disease are 65 or older, and the risk of developing it doubles every ensuing five years. WATCH FOR CONFUSION OR PERSONALITY CHANGES Who hasn’t lost their keys or forgotten an appointment at one time or another? If you begin to encounter difficulty with solving problems, completing familiar tasks, losing the ability to retrace steps, or have confusion with different times and places, you should get it checked out.
VAN DYCK LAW EDUCATION CENTER EVENTS IN BRIEF The Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Care Seminar will be held Nov. 14 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Breakfast and lunch will be provided. This event is open to health care professionals only. COMMUNITY EDUCATION TOPICS (OPEN TO THE PUBLIC)
Inspired by SugarAndSoul.co Slow Cooker Squash, Kale, and Sausage Soup
This healthy, savory soup is the perfect lunch for a cool fall day.
INGREDIENTS • 1 tbsp vegetable oil • 4 Italian chicken sausages, sliced to bite-size pieces • 6 cloves garlic • 1 onion, chopped • 6–7 cups butternut squash, peeled and cubed • Salt and pepper, to taste • 4 cups chicken broth • 1 tsp smoked paprika • 1 tsp Italian seasoning • 3 cups kale, chopped • 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
DIRECTIONS 1. In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat. Add sausage and cook 4–5 minutes, stirring often, then remove from the pot and set aside. 2. Add garlic and onion to the pot. Sauté 4–5 minutes. Add squash, salt, and pepper. Sauté 8 minutes. 3. In a slow cooker, combine sautéed vegetables, sausage, chicken broth, and seasonings. Cook on low heat for 3 hours and 30 minutes. 4. Open the pot and add the kale. Cook another 20 minutes, then add the red wine vinegar and stir to combine. Cook 10 more minutes, then serve and enjoy!
Oct. 3, 10 a.m.: How to Have the Conversation — Time to Take the Keys Away
Nov. 10, 10 a.m.: How to Have the Conversation — Make Your Wishes Known Before the Crisis
Dec. 8, 10 a.m.: How to Have the Conversation — Aging in Place at Home vs. Long-Term Care
For a more detailed summary of these events, see Page 2 of this newsletter!
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