The holiday season can be a stressful time for everyone — but particularly for those living with dementia, as well as their caregivers and loved ones.Statistics show that an estimated 6.7 million people over 65 in the U.S. have Alzheimer's disease, the most common type of dementia.Meanwhile, nearly 90% of U.S. adults report experiencing stress during the holiday season, according to the American Psychological Association.15 HOLIDAY GIFTS FOR DEMENTIA PATIENTS AND CAREGIVERS: 'COGNITIVELY APPROPRIATE'"The holiday season can be confusing and overwhelming for those living with dementia, as well as a stressful time for their family caregivers who care for them every day," said Jessica Corona-Irwin, an Ohio-based registered nurse and certified dementia practitioner at Remo Health, a virtual dementia care company."One reason for this is that the holiday season often involves changes in daily routines," she told Fox News Digital. "People living with dementia often need to maintain a daily… ...[TheTopNews] Read More.
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