With people living longer today, more seniors are beginning to have issues with the onset of dementia, and the possible development of Alzheimer’s disease. Right now, there are more than 6 million American seniors with Alzheimer’s. As a result, an estimated 11 million people find themselves in the role of caregiver to keep their loved ones safe and secure.
U.S. News & World Report editors interviewed geriatric experts from around the country to learn more about the signs indicating those with dementia may need to move into assisted living, a memory care facility, or more advanced care. These medical researchers advise there are six key indications the time for a change has come:
- Changes in behavior, such as aggression and agitation
- Confusion and disorientation threatening physical safety
- Declining physical health, changes in appearance
- Caregiving becomes a hardship for the family
- Bladder and bowel incontinence
- Failed phone and electronic communications
Caring for loved ones with growing mental challenges can become too much to handle, both physically and financially. It’s smart and compassionate to recognize their well-being requires a professional approach.
Council of Seniors Wants Seniors to Feel Safe and Secure
Additional retirement income will help seniors and their caregivers manage health issues. That’s why here at Council of Seniors, we’re working tirelessly to get Congress to pass The SAVE Benefits Act. Because the annual Social Security cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) has short-changed seniors in recent years, this bill is crucial. Once passed, the $581 that should have been in seniors’ benefits will be restored.
Sign our petition without delay and tell friends and neighbors to help too! Congress needs this wake-up call about the growing number of Americans expecting action on this legislation.
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