Dementia and Alzheimers

Dementia and Alzheimers

Understanding Dementia and Alzheimer's Care Services

Dementia and Alzheimer’s – Clear Path Care Solutions

Dementia refers to a broad range of symptoms related to a decline in memory, thinking, and cognitive abilities that interfere with daily life. It is caused by physical changes in the brain. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia, though there are several other types.

Dementia is not a specific disease but rather a syndrome—a collection of symptoms that occur together. These symptoms can include memory loss, difficulty thinking, problem-solving challenges, and trouble with language. The damage to brain cells caused by various conditions, including Alzheimer’s, leads to these cognitive issues.

Alzheimer’s disease accounts for 50 to 70 percent of dementia cases, but other conditions such as Parkinson’s disease and Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease can also lead to dementia.

As of 2018, an estimated 5.7 million Americans were living with Alzheimer’s dementia, including approximately 5.5 million individuals aged 65 and older, and about 200,000 people under 65 with younger-onset Alzheimer’s.

At Clear Path Care Solutions, we are committed to supporting families and individuals affected by dementia and Alzheimer’s, offering guidance in finding the best care options and services tailored to each unique need.

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