Downloadable Tools and Tips:
Click the links to view or right click to print or save to your computer.
- Memory Screening Question
- Tips for Helping an Elderly Depressed Person
- Understanding the Difference Between Dementia and Depression
Web Resources:
Click the links below to access resource Web sites to find out more about Alzheimer’s Caregivers.
National Memory Screening Day is a collaborative effort spearheaded by the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America to promote early detection of Alzheimer’s disease and related illnesses, and to encourage appropriate intervention.
Includes a scale to differentiate between depression and dementia and how to receive help.
Provides information about treatment options for both Alzheimer’s and depression.
Interactive tutorial that is a self screening tool that can be used to assist in determining if depression is present and how best to proceed if it is.
Provides an informative comparison of Alzheimer’s and depression.
National Guideline Clearinghouse
Information from a study describing characteristics that increase the risk of depression and some recommended tests for screening.
Downloadable guideline from the American Academy of Neurology entitled “Screening and Treatment for Depression, Dementia, and Psychosis with Parkinson Disease.”
Provides concise facts on depression in older adults, as well as links for more information.
The link for free access to Medline search, the National Library of Medicine’s search service that provides access to over 11 million articles.
Care for life begins with information. At Aunt Ann’s Home Care we believe that education and understanding pave the way for quality care. To learn more about any of the subjects listed on our site, or to ask a specific related care question, call us at 415.974.3530 or 650.757.2000, or contact us. Our team will be happy to educate you or your loved one on a variety of care-related subjects as well as provide a FREE home consultation to discuss our services and your or your loved one’s needs.
