{"id":1617,"date":"2020-06-15T12:44:15","date_gmt":"2020-06-15T16:44:15","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/rightful-bicycle.flywheelsites.com\/?p=1617"},"modified":"2020-12-09T12:48:03","modified_gmt":"2020-12-09T17:48:03","slug":"explaining-an-alzheimers-disease-diagnosis-to-children","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.caravitahomecare.com\/explaining-an-alzheimers-disease-diagnosis-to-children\/","title":{"rendered":"Explaining an Alzheimer\u2019s Disease Diagnosis to Children"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"row-fluid-wrapper row-depth-1 row-number-5 \"> \r\n     <div class=\"row-fluid \"> \r\n      <div class=\"span12 widget-span widget-type-cell page-center content-wrapper padding40tb\" style=\"\" data-widget-type=\"cell\" data-x=\"0\" data-w=\"12\"> \r\n       <div class=\"row-fluid-wrapper row-depth-1 row-number-6 \"> \r\n        <div class=\"row-fluid \"> \r\n         <div class=\"span8 widget-span widget-type-cell \" style=\"\" data-widget-type=\"cell\" 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to Children<\/span><\/h3> \r\n                   <div id=\"hubspot-author_data\" class=\"hubspot-editable\" data-hubspot-form-id=\"author_data\" data-hubspot-name=\"Blog Author\"> \r\n                    <span class=\"hs-author-label\">Posted by<\/span> \r\n                    <a class=\"author-link\" href=\"https:\/\/info.caravitahomecare.com\/blog\/author\/caravita-staff\">CaraVita Staff<\/a> on June 15 2020 \r\n                    <div class=\"row-fluid hs-author-social hidden\"> \r\n                    <\/div> | \r\n                    <strong>4 minute read<\/strong> \r\n                   <\/div> \r\n                  <\/div> \r\n                  <span id=\"hs_cos_wrapper_blog_social_sharing\" class=\"hs_cos_wrapper hs_cos_wrapper_widget hs_cos_wrapper_type_blog_social_sharing\" style=\"\" data-hs-cos-general-type=\"widget\" data-hs-cos-type=\"blog_social_sharing\"> \r\n                   <div class=\"hs-blog-social-share\"> \r\n                    \r\n                   <\/div> <\/span> \r\n                  <div class=\"section post-body\"> \r\n                   <span id=\"hs_cos_wrapper_post_body\" class=\"hs_cos_wrapper hs_cos_wrapper_meta_field hs_cos_wrapper_type_rich_text\" style=\"\" data-hs-cos-general-type=\"meta_field\" data-hs-cos-type=\"rich_text\"><p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/info.caravitahomecare.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/Explaining%20an%20Alzheimer%E2%80%99s%20Disease%20Diagnosis%20to%20Children_CaraVita%20Home%20Care.jpg?width=1200&amp;name=Explaining%20an%20Alzheimer%E2%80%99s%20Disease%20Diagnosis%20to%20Children_CaraVita%20Home%20Care.jpg\" alt=\"Explaining an Alzheimer\u2019s Disease Diagnosis to Children_CaraVita Home Care\" width=\"1200\" style=\"width: 1200px;\" 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https:\/\/info.caravitahomecare.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/Explaining%20an%20Alzheimer%E2%80%99s%20Disease%20Diagnosis%20to%20Children_CaraVita%20Home%20Care.jpg?width=2400&amp;name=Explaining%20an%20Alzheimer%E2%80%99s%20Disease%20Diagnosis%20to%20Children_CaraVita%20Home%20Care.jpg 2400w, https:\/\/info.caravitahomecare.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/Explaining%20an%20Alzheimer%E2%80%99s%20Disease%20Diagnosis%20to%20Children_CaraVita%20Home%20Care.jpg?width=3000&amp;name=Explaining%20an%20Alzheimer%E2%80%99s%20Disease%20Diagnosis%20to%20Children_CaraVita%20Home%20Care.jpg 3000w, https:\/\/info.caravitahomecare.com\/hs-fs\/hubfs\/Explaining%20an%20Alzheimer%E2%80%99s%20Disease%20Diagnosis%20to%20Children_CaraVita%20Home%20Care.jpg?width=3600&amp;name=Explaining%20an%20Alzheimer%E2%80%99s%20Disease%20Diagnosis%20to%20Children_CaraVita%20Home%20Care.jpg 3600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><\/p> <p><span>At <a href=\"http:\/\/www.caravitahomecare.com\">CaraVita Home Care<\/a>, we understand the impact that an Alzheimer\u2019s disease diagnosis can have on a family. Though adults may understand the disease and how it could affect their family member, children may be unaware of the changes that may develop.<\/span><\/p> \r\n                    <!--more--> <p><span>Discussing Alzheimer\u2019s disease with children can pose a unique challenge for parents or other family members. <a href=\"http:\/\/www.caravitahomecare.com\">CaraVita Home Care<\/a> offers in-home care services in Roswell, Georgia, and the Metro Atlanta area, and we understand the many ups and downs that can accompany an Alzheimer\u2019s diagnosis. We are here to provide a few tips to help you navigate the conversation when explaining Alzheimer\u2019s or memory loss to young children.<\/span><span><\/span><\/p> <h3><span>Do Your Research<\/span><\/h3> <p><span>If you don\u2019t fully understand Alzheimer\u2019s disease, research will help you to get a better understanding of the condition. Researching the disease will help learn what to expect, which can help when explaining to others. Research can also help you navigate any questions children or other family members may have.<\/span><\/p> <p><span>We invite you to read a previous CaraVita Home Care blog to learn more about Alzheimer\u2019s disease and memory loss.<\/span><span><\/span><\/p> <p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span>\r\n                      <!--HubSpot Call-to-Action Code --><span class=\"hs-cta-wrapper\" id=\"hs-cta-wrapper-af69f6ba-22b0-432b-a41b-f8d96f0a8150\"><span class=\"hs-cta-node hs-cta-af69f6ba-22b0-432b-a41b-f8d96f0a8150\" id=\"hs-cta-af69f6ba-22b0-432b-a41b-f8d96f0a8150\">\r\n                        <!--[if lte IE 8]><div id=\"hs-cta-ie-element\"><\/div><![endif]--><a href=\"https:\/\/cta-redirect.hubspot.com\/cta\/redirect\/3474782\/af69f6ba-22b0-432b-a41b-f8d96f0a8150\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"hs-cta-img\" id=\"hs-cta-img-af69f6ba-22b0-432b-a41b-f8d96f0a8150\" style=\"border-width:0px;\" src=\"https:\/\/no-cache.hubspot.com\/cta\/default\/3474782\/af69f6ba-22b0-432b-a41b-f8d96f0a8150.png\" alt=\"Read: Understanding Alzheimer's Disease in Aging Parents&nbsp;\"><\/a><\/span><script charset=\"utf-8\" src=\"\/hs\/cta\/cta\/current.js\"><\/script><script type=\"text\/javascript\"> hbspt.cta._relativeUrls=true;hbspt.cta.load(3474782, 'af69f6ba-22b0-432b-a41b-f8d96f0a8150', {}); <\/script><\/span>\r\n                      <!-- end HubSpot Call-to-Action Code --><\/span><\/p> <h3><span>Be Open &amp; Ask Questions<\/span><\/h3> <p><span>Having a condition that causes memory loss may confuse young children, but discussing Alzheimer\u2019s disease in an open manner can make it seem less scary for some. While children may have questions regarding their family member, it is encouraged to ask them questions, as well. <\/span><\/p> <p><span>When it comes to an Alzheimer\u2019s diagnosis, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.alz.org\/documents\/national\/brochure_childrenteens.pdf\">children may feel sad<\/a> regarding the changes, worried that others in their life will develop memory loss, or be unsure how to interact with their family member now that he or she has Alzheimer\u2019s. Asking questions and addressing these concerns early will help everyone involved.<\/span><span><\/span><\/p> <h3><span>Honesty is Always Key<\/span><\/h3> <h4><span>Explain the Symptoms <\/span><\/h4> <p><span>Explaining the symptoms of Alzheimer&#8217;s will give children a better understanding of the disease and can help them better prepare for the reality of the situation. Alzheimer\u2019s disease comes with many symptoms, including:<br><\/span><\/p> \r\n                    <ul> \r\n                     <li><span> <\/span><span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/diseases-conditions\/alzheimers-disease\/symptoms-causes\/syc-20350447\">Unfounded paranoia<\/a><\/span><\/li> \r\n                     <li><span> <\/span><span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/diseases-conditions\/alzheimers-disease\/symptoms-causes\/syc-20350447\">Memory loss<\/a><\/span><\/li> \r\n                     <li><span> <\/span><span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/diseases-conditions\/alzheimers-disease\/symptoms-causes\/syc-20350447\">Speech problems<\/a><\/span><\/li> \r\n                     <li><span> <\/span><span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/diseases-conditions\/alzheimers-disease\/symptoms-causes\/syc-20350447\">Changes in their behavior<\/a><\/span><\/li> \r\n                    <\/ul> <p><span>Preparing children for these circumstances can alleviate fear or confusion should their family member display any of the above symptoms. <\/span><\/p> <p><span>Overall, it\u2019s important to be honest with children about Alzheimer&#8217;s and the aspects of the condition that will impact them. <\/span><\/p> <h3><span>Preparing for Emotional Reactions<\/span><\/h3> <p><span>It\u2019s not uncommon for a person to have an emotional response or reaction to news of an Alzheimer\u2019s diagnosis. Prepare yourself for an emotional response; these responses may be indirect or may take time to manifest. <\/span><\/p> <p><span>For example, if a child no longer wants to interact with their family member with Alzheimer\u2019s disease, talk it through with them. Even though the disease may cause memory loss, personality changes, or mood swings, it doesn\u2019t mean their relationship with their loved one needs to change. Depending on the situation, have the family member who has been diagnosed with Alzheimer\u2019s speak to the child. It may be more comforting to learn about it from the person who is experiencing it.<\/span><\/p> <h3><span>Involve the Kids in Activities<\/span><\/h3> <p><span>If you are caring for a family member with Alzheimer\u2019s disease, you may begin a routine for them, and their care needs. If this is the case, try to get children involved and participate. This will help you, and it will give them a better understanding of how they can interact with their family member. These tasks can be simple, like helping their loved one choose an outfit for the day or eating with him or her as you tend to other responsibilities around the house.<\/span><\/p> <h3><span>Help is Always Available<\/span><\/h3> <p><span>Being a family caregiver is a rewarding task, but it can come with its own set of challenges. If you are caring for someone with Alzheimer\u2019s disease, there may come a time when the level of care needed is beyond what you can offer. Should that ever be the case, it\u2019s important to know that help is available.<\/span><\/p> <p><span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.caravitahomecare.com\">CaraVita Home Care<\/a>\u2019s <a href=\"http:\/\/www.caravitahomecare.com\/senior-care-services\/alzheimers-dementia-care\">DementiaLife program<\/a> is an innovative service that takes a unique and warranted approach to care. We train all of our dementia-specialized caregivers to truly become their client\u2019s best friend. Our caregiver will learn their life story, personality traits, and incorporate all of the little things that make your loved one so special and unique to provide quality and compassionate in-home care. <\/span><\/p> <p><span>To learn more about our innovative approach to dementia care, we encourage you to <a href=\"http:\/\/www.caravitahomecare.com\/contact-us\">contact a home care expert.<\/a><\/span><\/p> <p>&nbsp;<\/p><\/span> \r\n                  <\/div> \r\n                  <p id=\"hubspot-topic_data\">Topics: <a class=\"topic-link\" href=\"https:\/\/info.caravitahomecare.com\/blog\/topic\/alzheimers-dementia\">Alzheimer&#8217;s &amp; Dementia<\/a>, <a class=\"topic-link\" href=\"https:\/\/info.caravitahomecare.com\/blog\/topic\/caregiver-caregiving-resources\">Caregiver &amp; Caregiving Resources<\/a>, <a class=\"topic-link\" href=\"https:\/\/info.caravitahomecare.com\/blog\/topic\/senior-care\">Senior Care<\/a><\/p> \r\n                 <\/div> \r\n                <\/div> \r\n                <!-- Optional: Blog Author Bio Box --> \r\n               <\/div> \r\n              <\/div>\r\n              <!--end row--> \r\n             <\/div>\r\n             <!--end row-wrapper --> \r\n             ","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Explaining an Alzheimer\u2019s Disease Diagnosis to Children Posted by CaraVita Staff on June 15 2020 | 4 minute read At CaraVita Home Care, we understand the impact that an Alzheimer\u2019s disease diagnosis can have on a family. 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