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What Causes Memory Loss?

Memory loss and impairment affects nearly 16 million individuals  in the US. Although forgetfulness and difficulty in remembering is mostly attributed to Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, this isn’t always the case . Brain Tumors Malignant brain tumors have the ability to invade the surrounding tissues. As a consequence, they can interfere with a person’s cognitive functioning while also impacting their memory and personality.  Both malignant and benign tumors can trigger a series of symptoms such as seizures, nausea, and headaches. They may also cause slow memory loss resembling the signs of dementia, and bring about personality changes. If undetected and/or untreated for too long, the symptoms can escalate depending on the type and severity of the tumor. Combined with the other effects of cancerous tumors, a person may experience significant difficulty in remembering things which affects their overall quality of life.   Grief ​ Another reason for memory loss i

How Independent Living Can Help Your Loved One

According to statistics, up to 7%  of senior citizens require help from another individual in some form or the other. This has led to the emergence of senior living facilities that enable a comfortable life for senior residents, while helping them stay active and retain a sense of independence.  Here’s how your loved one can benefit from an independent housing facility. No Maintenance or Repairs When a person is living in an independent housing facility, the emphasis is on helping them stay active and busy by freeing up their time. This means that instead of having to worry about paying the bills and take care of house repairs, they can focus on other more interesting activities. The staff at independent living facilities makes sure the housekeeping and maintenance chores are performed on time. Your loved one needs not fret stress over mowing the lawn, shoveling the driveway, or fixing a leaky sink. These will be taken care of by the staff, allowing them to live comfo