7 Crucial Dementia Symptoms to Watch for in Aging Parents

It’s scary when your aging parent is experiencing symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease. The fact is, however, that in people aged 65 and over, the risk of developing dementia symptoms doubles every five years. 

If you’re concerned that your parent may be experiencing dementia, watch for these seven symptoms:

 

1.     Difficulty remembering or coming up with words

2.     Losing Track of Time

3.     Problems Remembering Commitments

4.     Lack of Ability to Learn New Things 

5.     Struggling with Finances

6.     Repeating Themselves

7.     Losing Interest in Favorite Activities

 

If you’ve noticed any of the above behaviors in your elderly parent, you may be confused about what to do. The good news is that there are numerous resources to help you get the proper diagnosis and care.

 

Learn more about the seven crucial dementia symptoms to watch for here. 

 

If your loved one has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or dementia, we welcome you to contact Hillside Terrace assisted living in Ann Arbor. We would love to meet you, hear about your needs and see how we can help enrich your parent’s life while keeping them healthy and safe. Please call Hillside Terrace for assisted living in Ann Arbor at (734) 761-4451 or contact us online today!

Assisted Living Frequently Asked Questions

What Amenities does Hillside Terrace Offer?

 

In addition to assistance with daily life, such as bathing and dressing, our assisted living facility in Ann Arbor offers extensive enriching activities such as movie nights, book clubs, restaurant-style dining, and fitness classes. Further, we offer on-site security for your loved ones’ peace of mind.

 

Does Hillside Terrace Senior Living provide specific memory care activities?

 

Yes! At Hillside Terrace, we encourage our residents’ retention of memory through activities such as music therapy, art therapy, pet therapy and much more. We work to ensure that our residents’ lives are as full as possible at all stages of memory loss.

 

Does Hillside Terrace Have a Specific Memory Loss Center?

 

This year we’re opening our Memory Care Center to help better serve the Ann Arbor community. We’ll have a full range of senior living options and will offer a complete range of care, from independent living to full memory care. Our residents and their families are comforted that no matter their loved one’s progression through aging, their continuing care is ensured. Learn more about the seven crucial dementia symptoms to watch for here. 

 

If your loved one has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or dementia, we welcome you to contact Hillside Terrace assisted living in Ann Arbor. We would love to meet you, hear about your needs, and see how we can help enrich your parent’s life while keeping them healthy and safe. Please call Hillside Terrace for assisted living in Ann Arbor at (734) 761-4451 or contact us online today!