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005 – How ADLs and IADLs Change in Early Alzheimer’s
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In This Episode:
When an aging parent develops memory loss, or other signs that might be early Alzheimer’s disease, how does that affect their ability to manage their self-care tasks, such as Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs)? Dr. K explains what types of problems families should anticipate and check for.
She covers:
- How memory loss affects ADLs & IADLs
- Common IADL problems in early Alzheimer’s
- Managing medication in early Alzheimer’s
- What to do after identifying IADL or ADL issues
Related episode:
004 – What are ADLs and IADLs (& why they matter in memory loss)
Related Resources:
- Related article: What are Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) & Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs)?
- Free online training: Memory Loss & Safety: How to Have Better Talks & Fewer Fights With Your Aging Parent
- Dr. Kernisan’s book: When Your Aging Parent Needs Help: A Geriatrician’s Step-by-Step Guide to Memory Loss, Resistance, Safety Worries, & More
- Get 12 weeks of expert guidance from Dr. K and her team of geriatric care managers, on how & when to step in to help a parent with memory loss: Helping Older Parents with Early Memory Loss Program
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