If you have recently been diagnosed
with Alzheimer’s, you are not alone. It
is estimated that 5.7 million Americans have Alzheimer’s
and is the 6th leading cause of death in the United States. As a way to help families impacted by the
disease, the Alzheimer’s Association provides a variety of resources and
services.
A diagnosis of Alzheimer’s brings with
it a range of emotions. Learning that you have a disease with no cure and no
way to control what is happening to you can create feelings of anger, denial,
depression and resentment as well as fear.
Another common emotion is isolation and the feeling that
no one else understands what you are going through. There can even be a sense of relief at finding
out what is happening to you and having those concerns validated.
The Alzheimer’s Association counsels
that it helps to try and come to terms with your diagnosis and the emotions you
are experiencing as a way to help you to move forward. They explain that, “once you make the commitment
to take care of your emotional needs; you may find that you can rise to the
challenge and face your diagnosis.”
You will find helpful coping tips on
their website to make it easier to deal with what you are going through. One of their most important suggestions is to
have good support whether it comes from joining a support group, sharing concerns
with family and friends, or talking to a counselor or member of the clergy. They also say to continue to do the
activities you enjoy for as long as you are able. Finally, they remind individuals to take time
to “feel sad, mourn and grieve.”
At MorningStar
of Fountain Hills, our Reflections Neighborhood not only
provides an atmosphere of safety and well-being but also encourages and
supports choice and independence to the fullest extent possible. Our memory care residents participate in recreational
and purposeful activities, including exercise, music, life skills, and art, and
as well as outings and special events. Above all, Fountain
Hills residents are treated with the utmost respect and
dignity.
At
MorningStar of Fountain Hills, we exemplify the very best in senior living with
our distinct mission statement “to honor, to serve, to invest.” We have a
foundation built on honoring God, valuing all seniors and selecting staff with
a felt calling to serve, and strive to create a true home for residents amid a
beautiful, serene setting. Please call to schedule a tour to learn more about
our holistic approach and the best memory care Scottsdale/Fountain Hills and
the surrounding area has to offer.
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