BRENTWOOD, Tenn., Nov. 2, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- The nation's largest
provider of senior living solutions is offering tips for those who
are concerned about showing signs of memory loss. These guidelines
come along with Alzheimer's Awareness month, celebrated each year
in November.
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"Here at Brookdale, we have a simple formula for people who may
be worried about memory loss as it relates to Alzheimer's and
dementia, whether for themselves or for a loved one," said
Kelly Scott Lindstrom, Vice
President of Dementia Care for Brookdale.
According to Lindstrom, three steps can help a person prepare
for a potential Alzheimer's diagnosis.
First, know the signs of Alzheimer's disease. There are 10
common signs, and just because an individual may exhibit a couple
of them doesn't mean he or she has developed dementia.
Next, talk with your doctor, and he or she can help decipher a
potential diagnosis of Alzheimer's or if it is something
unrelated.
If there is an Alzheimer's diagnosis, it's important for the
individual to work with his or her family on medical, legal and
financial plans for the treatment and care that may be necessary as
the disease progresses.
"We encourage folks to base their plan on what their physician
tells them," Lindstrom continued. "It's important to not jump to
conclusion and work with your physician to understand what is
causing the symptoms."
Brookdale operates more than 500 memory care communities
throughout the country and more than 1100 senior living communities
in 46 states.
Brookdale Senior Living Inc. is the leading operator of
senior living communities throughout the
United States. The Company is committed to providing senior
living solutions within properties that are designed, purpose-built
and operated to provide the highest-quality service, care and
living accommodations for residents. Currently Brookdale operates
independent living, assisted living, and dementia-care communities
and continuing care retirement centers, with more than 1,135
communities in 47 states and the ability to serve approximately
110,000 residents. Through its ancillary services programs, the
Company also offers a range of outpatient therapy, home health,
personalized living and hospice services.
Contact: Shawna Zody,
615-564-8207, SZody@brookdale.com
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SOURCE Brookdale Senior Living Inc.