Senior Citizen Video Network » Memory Loss

What Are the Stages of Alzheimer’s?

gracefulaging — Fri, 07 Jan 2011 14:43:28 +0000

A diagnosis of Alzheimer’s means a progressive decline in mental and physical abilities. The decline is different for each individual. There are recognizable stages to the illness. Knowing those stages can assist in making appropriate preparations for the individual and family. Diane Grzech, a social worker with the Alzheimer’s Association illustrates the three stages of Alzheimer’s.

Practically, How Do You Tell If It’s Alzheimer’s?

gracefulaging — Thu, 06 Jan 2011 15:08:14 +0000

It’s worrisome for individuals and families when memory loss enters the world. How do you know if there truly is a problem? How do you distinguish normal memory issues from a serious memory loss problem? Where can you turn for help to diagnose a senior’s health when showing signs of dementia? Diane Grzech of the Alzheimer’s Association gives us valuable insight and tools in this brief episode.

Do You Have Alzheimer’s?

gracefulaging — Thu, 06 Jan 2011 01:48:46 +0000

We all misplace our keys and forget names. Does that mean we are experiencing the early stages of Alzheimer’s? Alzheimer’s Association Social Worker Diane Grzech walks us through the warning signs and what we should do.

What’s the Difference Between Alzheimer’s and Dementia?

gracefulaging — Wed, 05 Jan 2011 17:04:53 +0000

Understand the difference between the disease and the symptom. “Alzheimer’s is the disease and dementia is the symptom,” explains Diane Grzech, an experienced Alzheimer’s Association Social Worker.

Why Is It Called Alzheimer’s?

gracefulaging — Mon, 03 Jan 2011 14:37:41 +0000

Alzheimer’s disease has yet to find a cure. Where did it come from? Who coined the term Alzheimer’s? Take a look at the early days of this troubling affliction.

Saving Your Noodles

gracefulaging — Sat, 05 Dec 2009 03:10:03 +0000

Where did I put my keys? And what was your name again?

Simple forgetfulness is not dementia, nor is it Alzheimer’s. Yet, we worry that our memory mistakes may be a harbinger of things to come.

Diane Grzech of the Alzheimer’s Association describes the illness with uncanny clarity. She distinguishes between everyday life and the onset of illness on the show.

Host Gregory Bator asks Denise to identify the early warning signs and inform viewers about effective coping skills. “Denise has a beautifully clear way of making viewers understand this illness we all dread. I came away from this interview with a lot of valuable tips,” said Bator.