Understanding Alzheimer’s and Other Types of Dementia: Brain Regions Affected and the Importance of Compassionate Care

As a disease that affects millions of people worldwide, it is crucial to understand the specific areas of the brain that are impacted by dementia and why it’s so important to approach care with empathy and patience. At Family First Home Companions of Long Island, NY, our professionally trained caregivers are committed to providing compassionate care for those living with dementia, offering support not just to the individual but also to their families.

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Alzheimer’s Disease: Early Signs and What to do Next

What Are the Early Signs of Alzheimer’s and What to Do? Alzheimer’s disease has a way of making itself known in very subtle ways.  Family members are often the first to notice when something seems off.  Whether it’s the person’s short-term memory loss or mood changes, there are many ways that the signs of Alzheimer’s…

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