Occupational therapists help individuals with Alzheimer’s Disease maintain their independence and safety as it relates to their participation in activities of daily living. This is achieved through training in interventions including exercise programs, adaptive equipment, durable medical equipment, environmental adaptations/modifications, implementation of compensatory strategies, and/or task modification
Is it “Normal Aging” or Dementia?
June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness month. We wanted to take this opportunity to talk about the difference between Dementia and the effects of “Normal Aging” on our memory. If you are concerned that you or a family member is developing issues with memory, contact your physician to discuss your symptoms.