Dementia and Alzheimer's

Dementia is a set of symptoms that causes memory issues. Alzheimer's disease is the most common type of dementia.

What Is The Difference Between Dementia and Alzheimer's?

Dementia is often considered a normal part of aging. However, this is not true.

It is a term used for describing cognitive challenges, such as difficulties with memory, thinking skills, language, and behaviour. These symptoms are caused by damage to the brain cells. This damage may be due to disease or problems with the blood vessels of the brain.

There are many types of dementia, and Alzheimer's is one of the most common forms of dementia. And while many people with Alzheimer's are aged over 65, when the disease affects younger individuals it is referred to as early-onset Alzheimer's.

Both dementia and the form Alzheimer's are progressive conditions, which means that the symptoms experienced increase over time. Up to eight in ten people with dementia have the Alzheimer's kind.

How Can Dementia and Alzheimer's Affect You?

Every individual experiences dementia and Alzheimer's differently, and different types of dementia can cause different symptoms. However, there are some common symptoms and early signs that an individual has dementia.

Memory loss is the biggest symptom of dementia, often causing problems with remembering new things, forgetting where things have been put, asking the same questions repeatedly, or getting confused with time, places, and people.

Other common symptoms include problems concentrating, difficulty controlling emotions, and misunderstanding what is being seen. With dementia and Alzheimer's, these symptoms are likely to worsen over time.

What Services Can We Provide?

Neurological rehabilitation

Equipment and environment modifications

Independent living skills

Education and training

Neuro Occupational Therapy for Dementia and Alzheimer's

While a diagnosis may impact independence and valued roles, routines, and relationships, neurological occupational therapy can help transform the lives of those living with dementia and Alzheimer's.

At Krysalis, we have expert knowledge of techniques and tools that can manage and reduce symptoms, as well as the ability to engage individuals in meaningful activities that can improve well-being, and work towards creating a good quality of life.

We can provide education to caregivers and families about dementia and Alzheimer's, the progression of the disease, and effective management strategies.

We can also support those living with dementia and Alzheimer's disease by assessing and modifying living environments to enhance safety and functionality. This increases an individual's independence and supports an individual to feel more comfortable and in control.

While there is no cure for dementia yet, the right care and support can help those living with dementia and Alzheimer's to live a full and active life.

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The following will never be enough to illustrate Paul’s journey but we are eternally grateful to the NHS, IM, ILS, Krysalis and the whole infrastructure that has been created for Paul. Yes, Paul is focused, determined and driven but the whole team have created a rehabilitation environment that has changed our life and Pauls future, they have made the thought of life and rehabilitation, turn from the impossible to the possible. Brother of brain injured survivor
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