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14
Oct

What Is Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus?

What Is Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus? Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (NPH) is a life-threatening condition caused by excess cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) in the brain’s ventricles. Excess CSF buildup places excess pressure on the brain, which can cause long-term brain damage as well as cognitive and physical impairments. NPH frequently goes undiagnosed and untreated. The condition is commonly misdiagnosed as dementia, Alzheimer’s, and

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14
Sep

What Is High Acuity Care in Senior Living?

Are you unable to help your loved one with dementia recover from a serious illness or injury? Ask their primary care provider about high acuity care. Keep reading to learn more about this customized form of senior care. What Is High Acuity Care? High acuity care is short-term care provided to patients who need special supervision while recovering from a

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15
Aug

A Complete Checklist for Moving Into a Dementia Assisted Living Community

Whether it’s for you or a loved one, moving into an assisted living community can be overwhelming. It not only means leaving a familiar place for an unfamiliar one but also involves lots of packing and preparation.  That’s why we created the ultimate checklist for moving yourself, or a loved one into a dementia assisted living community. Follow these tips

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15
Jul

Understanding Cognitive Stimulation Therapy

Are you seeking treatment for your loved one with dementia or Alzheimer’s? Cognitive stimulation therapy may provide the results you want. Keep reading to learn more about what this treatment is, how it works, and what benefits are associated with it. What Is Cognitive Stimulation Therapy? Cognitive stimulation therapy—also known for its medical abbreviation of CST—is a short-term therapy program

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12
Apr

Top 2 Risk Factors For Vascular Dementia

Do you suspect your loved one may have some form of dementia? Vascular dementia, a mild to severe decline in cognition, is linked to the body’s cardiovascular system. It is triggered by decreased or blocked blood flow to the brain. Without this essential circulation, the body is depleted of the oxygen and nutrients necessary for proper functioning. The symptoms of

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21
Oct

What Is Lewy Body Dementia? Types, Symptoms & Causes

Lewy Body Dementia Explained Caretakers and the adult children of senior citizens alike should know that Lewy bodies are usually a helpful alpha-synuclein protein located in the brain’s neurons. So, what is Lewy Body Dementia and why is it bad for your mental and physical health? This type of dementia can develop when the proteins start to clump together in

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25
Sep

10 Symptoms of Dementia & How Cognitive Stimulation Therapy Can Help

Do you suspect that you or a family member may have dementia? Dementia is an umbrella term that describes a wide range of progressive neurological disorders affecting a person’s cognitive function. This includes forgetfulness, memory loss, limited social skills, impaired reasoning, difficulties in problem-solving, and more. If you or a parent has dementia—you’ll start to notice a variety of signs

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20
May

Tips For Dementia & Alzheimer’s Caregivers During COVID-19

For those who care for individuals with Alzheimer’s or dementia during COVID-19, we want you to know that Terra Vista is here to help. As a caregiver, you may feel overwhelmed and concerned about the safety of yourself and those around you. Here are some helpful tips to get you through caregiving during COVID-19.  We’re in this together.  How to

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