Caregivers West Rand

20/03/2020

Spare a thought for all the dedicated caregivers who are committed to caring for their patients, even in this time of crisis. Whilst taking every measure to protect our patients and ourselves, COVID-19 will not defeat our resolve to provide compassionate and professional care.

We salute all healthcare professionals who are fighting to save lives.

Take care everybody

05/06/2019

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p5HTpmgsRMc&feature=youtu.be

The company’s rheumatoid arthritis drug appeared to reduce the risk of getting Alzheimer’s disease by 64 percent. The Washington Post’s Chris Rowland explain...

04/03/2019

https://www.cnn.com/2019/02/28/health/alzheimers-genes-discovery-treatment/index.html

An analysis of the genetic makeup of more than 94,000 people in the US and Europe with clinically diagnosed Alzheimer's, led to the discovery of four new genetic variants that increase risk for the disease.

26/01/2019

Blood Test Could Detect Alzheimer's Up To 16 Years Before Symptoms Begin.

The new test looks at a protein found in the blood, that shows brain damage. An increase of this protein indicates brain damage, even before any other symptoms appear.

18/01/2019

Caring for a loved one living with Dementia or Alzheimer's can be tough and, at times, very frustrating. Through it all one must always understand that for them this illness is frightening and just as frustrating, particularly during the onset. Sharing the caregiving burden will help you through these extremely difficult times.

25/09/2018

01/09/2018

09/09/2017

GROWING OLD WITH DIGNITY
1. When my children tell me I should no longer drive, I will believe them and quit, because I know they love me.

2. When it becomes apparent that I need extra help, I will accept it from outsiders because my children cannot do everything. They have other obligations beyond my daily care.

3. It is up to me to make my life fulfilling. It is not my children's responsibility. I must stay active and learn to entertain myself so I do not become a burden to them.

4. If my children tell me I am becoming confused and that it is no longer safe for me to be alone, I will believe them and not become defensive.

5. If I am unable to get along with my children, I will seek counseling so we can learn to manage the changes in my life together.

6. I will get my legal affairs in order and trust the advice of professionals so there will be no problems about money or property down the road.

7. I will not complain about feeling poorly. My children cannot fix my health, and such complaints are emotionally draining for them to hear.

8. My children are not my indentured servants. I will remember to thank them for everything they do for me, and I will do loving things in return.

9. I will avoid making my children feel guilty. Age is no excuse for insults and manipulative behavior.

10. For as long as I can, I will take good care of myself physically, dress well and carry myself with dignity. Nothing saddens a child more than to witness parents who give up on how they present themselves.

Anonymous