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Sleep Apnea

A sleep disorder in which you have one or more pauses in breathing or shallow breaths while you sleep. Breathing pauses can last from a few seconds to minutes.

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Sleep Apnea Articles

Treating Sleep Apnea Without a CPAP Machine
People struggling with sleep apnea are often prescribed a CPAP machine to mitigate their symptoms. However, these devices do have downsides. Discover how to treat sleep apnea without a CPAP machine.
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Sleep Apnea Linked To Memory Loss In Elderly Women
Elderly women who suffer from sleep apnea are more likely to develop memory loss, a new study shows.
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What is Sleep Apnea?
Sleep apnea is a dangerous condition that causes people to stop breathing while they sleep.
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How to Pick the Right CPAP Machine for Sleep Apnea
A continuous positive airway pressure, or CPAP machine is a common treatment for sleep apnea.
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Snoring Isn't Just Annoying - It Can Be Deadly
Snoring can be an indication of a bigger problem: sleep apnea, which is a condition in which a person stops breathing during sleep.
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Strategies for Overcoming MS-Related Sleep Disorders
A good night’s sleep can be elusive for those with multiple sclerosis. Try these solutions for reducing trips to the bathroom at night, relieving spasticity and achieving the perfect bedroom temperature for quality rest.
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Sleep Apnea Questions

My mother is 96 has dementia and won't tolerate her CPAP. Anyone have any ideas how to make it more tolerable?
Topics: End of Life, Medical Equipment and Supplies
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MACinCT
Answered Jul 27, 2018
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Is there anyone else who has vascular dementia and has siezurs due to that diagnosis?
Topics: Alzheimer's & Dementia, Senior Health
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cwillie
Answered Jul 22, 2018
1 answer
How can you tell if you're too close/involved to recognize the true extent of a loved one's decline?
Topics: Alzheimer's & Dementia, End of Life
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Rosemary44
Answered Jul 16, 2018
20 answers
How do I ask my parents' doctors if my parents have cognitive issues?
Topics: Cognitive Decline, Multi-generational Living
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shadowspirit07
Answered Jul 14, 2018
3 answers
Has anyone experienced respiratory failure with their loved one?
Topics: End of Life, End of Life Signs, Sleep Apnea
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MACinCT
Answered Jul 6, 2018
4 answers
How should we and the nursing home handle my mother’s non-compliance with CPAP?
Topics: Care Decisions, Sleep Apnea, Sleep Issues
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Treeartist
Answered Jun 21, 2018
8 answers
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Alzheimer's & Dementia

Alzheimer's & Dementia Articles

Early Diagnosis of Alzheimer’s Is Crucial for Effective Planning and Treatment
Nearly half of all patients with Alzheimer’s are already in the moderate to severe stages of the disease by the time they are diagnosed. Increased attention to the early stages of AD is essential for proper treatment, planning and caregiver support.
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Evaluating Alternative Treatments for Alzheimer's and Dementia
It can be difficult to distinguish scientifically proven options from hyped up “remedies” and expensive “cures.” Know what to look for in an alternative treatment and how to decide if it's worth trying.
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Validation Therapy for Dementia: Calming or Condescending?
People in the later stages of Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia often live in an altered reality. Validating a loved one’s perceptions via “therapeutic fibbing” is the kindest, most respectful way to handle hallucinations and delusions.
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Alzheimer’s and Sleep: Expert Answers to 6 Common Questions
Individuals living with Alzheimer’s often experience sleep issues, and if they’re not sleeping well, neither are you. Use these expert tips to help everyone in your household get some much-needed shut-eye.
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Medical Tests Used to Diagnose Alzheimer’s Disease
If a loved one is experiencing unusual memory problems or changes in behavior, what tests should be run to either confirm or rule out dementia?
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When a Loved One with Alzheimer's Doesn't Recognize You
Watching a loved one progress through the stages of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias can be a heartbreaking experience. Learn more about short- and long-term memory recognition and the stages of the disease to be more prepared and have realistic expectations.
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Alzheimer's & Dementia Questions

Is there anyone else who has vascular dementia and has siezurs due to that diagnosis?
Topics: Alzheimer's & Dementia, Senior Health
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cwillie
Answered Jul 22, 2018
1 answer
How can you tell if you're too close/involved to recognize the true extent of a loved one's decline?
Topics: Alzheimer's & Dementia, End of Life
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Rosemary44
Answered Jul 16, 2018
20 answers
What are you experiences with crying and combativeness?
Topics: Alzheimer's & Dementia, Behavior Change
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Mapotter
Answered Jun 13, 2018
4 answers
My 89 yr old mother falls asleep on the living room couch several times/day. When she's awakened, she claims s...
Topics: Alzheimer's & Dementia, Mobility, Sleep Issues
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Anjolie
Answered Apr 27, 2018
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New housemate making everyone crazy in carehome! What to do?
Topics: Alzheimer's & Dementia, Care Decisions
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Reno55
Replied 4 hours ago
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Mom has moderate Alzheimer's and recently began exhibiting the Parkinsonian Gait & shuffling. Could she also h...
Topics: Alzheimer's & Dementia, Mom, Parkinson's Disease
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JJGood19
Answered 4 hours ago
13 answers
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End of Life

End of Life Articles

Comparing End-of-Life Care Options
When a loved one is nearing the end of their life, it can be difficult to know what kind of care to arrange for them and where. Hospice, palliative care, home-based care, hospital-based care, and long-term care facilities are all viable options.
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Take the Guesswork out of Funeral Arrangements
These strategies can be used to help plan final arrangements for yourself and your loved ones. Frank discussions about funeral planning are wise to have at any age. Don't put it off until it is too late.
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Words of Comfort: What to Say When Someone Is Dying
Words often fail us when someone we love is approaching the end of life. Experts and experienced caregivers share their insights on how to provide support during this delicate time.
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Funeral Planning Checklist
Planning a funeral involves making decisions about a loved one’s legacy while under considerable emotional stress. Understanding what must be taken care of and making arrangements in advance can expedite the process and minimize costs.
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Answers to Common Questions About End-of-Life Care
When a loved one is nearing the end of their life, caregivers and family members often have many questions. This guide to end-of-life care addresses the most common concerns regarding the dying process.
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A Checklist for Finding the Right Hospice Program
When deciding on the hospice program that is right for you, ensure the goal of end-of-life care is to help people who are dying have peace, comfort and dignity.
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End of Life Questions

My mother is 96 has dementia and won't tolerate her CPAP. Anyone have any ideas how to make it more tolerable?
Topics: End of Life, Medical Equipment and Supplies
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MACinCT
Answered Jul 27, 2018
3 answers
How can you tell if you're too close/involved to recognize the true extent of a loved one's decline?
Topics: Alzheimer's & Dementia, End of Life
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Rosemary44
Answered Jul 16, 2018
20 answers
Has anyone experienced respiratory failure with their loved one?
Topics: End of Life, End of Life Signs, Sleep Apnea
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MACinCT
Answered Jul 6, 2018
4 answers
How do I know when my mother is going to pass?
Topics: End of Life, End of Life Signs, Senior Health
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talkey
Answered Apr 30, 2018
5 answers
Is Hospice the right option?
Topics: End of Life
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JuliaRose
Answered 1 hour ago
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What now?!
Topics: End of Life
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gailey44k
Replied 2 hours ago
1 answer
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Cognitive Decline

Cognitive Decline Articles

A Longer Life
While Alzheimer's disease and dementia progress differently in each and every person, it is important for both the patient and their caregiver to remember that a diagnosis isn't an immediate death sentence.
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Coming to Terms with Helplessness
The way we deal with difficulties and failures says a lot about how we live our lives. But when these things are caused by something out of our control, like dementia, should we just accept our limitations or fight them tooth and nail?
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Is Making Your Diagnosis Public an Act of Courage?
So many people consider sharing a diagnosis publicly to be an act of courage. Yes, this does help to lessen the stigma against diseases like Alzheimer's and dementia. But are we making too much of this simple deed? Shouldn't we all be able to share our true selves without fear of abandonment or embarrassment?
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All Better Now? Not Quite...
Cognitive decline is difficult to definitively diagnose, but like other diseases, it can be awkward to talk about this elusive prognosis. Most people don't wish to get detailed updates on others' health, but assumptions can be especially frustrating.
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5 Helpful Caregiver Tips for a Loved One with Dementia
Memory loss, difficulty solving problems and confusion are a few of the signs that may indicate various types of cognitive impairment or a form of dementia. Our parents and grandparents cared for their families and this is when relatives and caregivers can begin helping them. Consulting their physician and being proactive with diet, rest and exercise are among the top areas in which they will need encouragement and assistance.
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Lessons Learned from "Flowers for Algernon"
A recent reading of "Flowers for Algernon" has helped me realize that my journey through cognitive impairment does not have to include the culturally-expected suffering.
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Cognitive Decline Questions

How do I ask my parents' doctors if my parents have cognitive issues?
Topics: Cognitive Decline, Multi-generational Living
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shadowspirit07
Answered Jul 14, 2018
3 answers
What are you experiences with crying and combativeness?
Topics: Alzheimer's & Dementia, Behavior Change
M
Mapotter
Answered Jun 13, 2018
4 answers
Mom has moderate Alzheimer's and recently began exhibiting the Parkinsonian Gait & shuffling. Could she also h...
Topics: Alzheimer's & Dementia, Mom, Parkinson's Disease
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JJGood19
Answered 4 hours ago
13 answers
How do I comfort my mother as she is realizing that she is forgetting more things and becoming a bit more rest...
Topics: Cognitive Decline, Family Caregiver, Mom
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Ahmijoy
Answered 5 hours ago
1 answer
Ugh! My dad is moving in with me so I can take care of him. Any advice?
Topics: Dad, Family Caregiver
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DebJoy65
Replied 6 hours ago
5 answers
Is it time to consider adding hospice or palliative care to my mom's care in the nursing home? NH is wanting t...
Topics: Care Decisions, Hospice
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BubbaSue
Replied 7 hours ago
14 answers
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Care Decisions

Care Decisions Articles

The Emergency Medical File Every Caregiver Should Create
Family caregivers should assemble a folder of these 9 important medical details that can be easily handed off to nurses and doctors when seniors need emergency care.
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Choosing a Long-Term Care Facility: Tips from a Certified Nursing Assistant
On senior living tours, guides often direct your attention to the shiny features they’re proudest of. These offerings may be great, but it is crucial to use an evidence-based method to determine the quality of care your loved one will receive.
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Don’t Confuse a Free-Standing Emergency Room with an Urgent Care Clinic
Deciding whether to use the emergency room, an urgent care clinic, or your physician during an urgent medical situation can be complicated. A new provider model has the potential to add even more confusion to your decision.
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Checklist for Caregivers: Finding Assisted Living
To help caregivers find the best assisted living facility, here is a list of basic questions to ask when choosing assisted living for elderly parents.
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Interview Questions to Ask a Home Care Company
Do you know what to look for AND avoid in a home care company? Use this list of questions to gather basic information about a company’s services and gain a deeper understanding of its dedication to quality care and customer service to ensure you choose the provider that best fits your needs.
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CCRCs: The Sophisticated Way to Age In Place
Continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs) promise to care for you for the rest of your life, but they do so for a price.
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Care Decisions Questions

My mother is 96 has dementia and won't tolerate her CPAP. Anyone have any ideas how to make it more tolerable?
Topics: End of Life, Medical Equipment and Supplies
M
MACinCT
Answered Jul 27, 2018
3 answers
How should we and the nursing home handle my mother’s non-compliance with CPAP?
Topics: Care Decisions, Sleep Apnea, Sleep Issues
T
Treeartist
Answered Jun 21, 2018
8 answers
Insomnia. It’s day #4 of a lovely insomnia spell for myself. Help!
Topics: Care Decisions, Mental Health, Sleep Issues
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Bellerose63
Replied 1 hour ago
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The nursing facility insists on 24/7 sitters. Any advice?
Topics: Care Decisions, Care Team, Skilled Nursing Facility
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Bucky1960
Answered 3 hours ago
12 answers
New housemate making everyone crazy in carehome! What to do?
Topics: Alzheimer's & Dementia, Care Decisions
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Reno55
Replied 4 hours ago
11 answers
66 year old Mom in my care for 4 years (alcoholic ) etc. This Will be a LONG ONE!!
Topics: Cancer, Family Caregiver, Mom
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Ahmijoy
Replied 5 hours ago
5 answers
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