7 Ways for Alzheimer's Patients to Stay Active
By: Source: AARP Bulletin Today Date Posted: 2003-08-04 11:08:43
Some steps that patients can take to stay active:
- • Focus on remaining abilities and develop strategies for dealing with declining ones, such as using reminder notes for appointments;
- • Establish a daily routine that provides structure, consistency, mental stimulation and exercise;
- • Spend more time with children and grandchildren;
- • Establish a relationship with a doctor who answers questions and discusses treatment options clearly and thoroughly;
- • Put legal, medical and financial affairs in order;
- • Tell trusted friends about the diagnosis, and enjoy low-key social gatherings with them;
- • Join a support group.
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