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Shining the Light on Sundowner Syndrome

September 18, 2020

Sundowner Syndrome

What is sundowner syndrome? There is no clear definition of sundowner syndrome, but it's typically a spectrum of unusual behaviors that often include confusion, agitation, and restlessness that occur late in the afternoon into the evening. Sundowners Syndrome primarily affects the elderly who have Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia. According to the Alzheimer's Association, as many as 1 out of 5 people with Alzheimer's exhibit … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Caregiving Tips, CCNE News Tagged With: elder care, home health aides, homecare, homecare support, memory care, Northeast Philadelphia, Philadelphia PA, senior care, sundownsyndrome

Dementia vs. Alzheimer’s: Know the Difference

November 28, 2016

dementia care

Dementia and Alzheimer’s disease are not mutually exclusive and have many of the same characteristics. It is very difficult for a family member who is entrusted with the care of a loved one to recognize the difference. Knowing this difference, however, is important for you and your loved one as it can make a drastic difference in the care of your loved one. Here are a few quick ways you can make an initial discovery. This is in no way a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Caregiving Tips Tagged With: alzheimers, Community Care, dementia, home health aides, homecare, homecare support, memory care, Philadelphia PA

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