Senior Care Hialeah FL
As a family caregiver you are likely already fully aware of the risks that come along with cardiovascular health issues. Heart disease continues to be the leading cause of death among both men and women, and stroke is the fifth leading cause of death and the leading cause of disability throughout the United States.
When thinking about the effects of such events, however, you might not immediately think about one of the most detrimental effects: vascular dementia. Though lesser-known than other forms of dementia, experts estimate that vascular dementia is the second most common form of dementia, accounting for approximately 10 percent of all cases.
During a stroke, blood flow to the brain is shut off. This means that the brain tissue does not get the oxygen and nutrients that it needs to function and thrive. Very quickly cells are damaged and begin to die. This results in thinking problems and cognitive effects that can be drastic or can start slight and then progressively worsen.
Many experts believe that because the symptoms often mimic those of Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia, or go undiagnosed in the course of treating a stroke, that the actual number of people who are dealing with this condition is underrepresented.
Contrary to what most people immediately think of when they consider “dementia”, memory loss is not commonly an effect of vascular dementia, though some people may experience it depending on the area of the brain affected by the loss of blood flow.
Instead, more common symptoms of the condition include:
• Vision loss
• Confusion
• Difficulty speaking
• Challenges understanding speech
Keep in mind that these symptoms may occur at the same time as physical symptoms such as numbness and facial drooping, or may develop later.
If your senior parent has been suffering from dementia, now may be the ideal time for you to consider starting senior care for them. A senior home care services provider can be with your aging parent on a completely customized schedule to ensure that they get the level of care, support, and assistance that they need, when they need it, to manage their symptoms and focus on staying safe, healthy, comfortable, and active.
Through these highly personalized services, the care provider can encourage your loved one to maintain as much independence as possible while handling their symptoms in the way that is right for them. This supports a more fulfilling quality of life throughout their later years. As a family caregiver this can help you to feel more confident that even when your senior is dealing with challenging symptoms and you are not able to be with them, they will get everything that they need to live the lifestyle that they desire while still managing their disease properly and effectively.
When it comes to caring for a senior adult who has been dealing with vascular dementia, this care can also include giving them support and assistance that will help to reduce the chances that they will experience another stroke or cardiovascular incident, protecting both their physical health as well as their brain health.
Sources: http://www.alz.org/dementia/types-of-dementia.asp
https://www.alz.org/dementia/vascular-dementia-symptoms.asp
If you or an aging loved one are considering Senior Care Services in Hialeah FL, contact the caring staff at Providence Healthcare Services. We provide services in all of Miami Dade county and the Upper Keys. Call today (305) 680-5349.
