Alzheimer's Disease Counseling and Services

Alzheimer's is a progressive, degenerative disorder that affects the brain. It damages the brain cells responsible for intellectual functioning in the brain, including memory, intelligence, judgment and speech. Alzheimer's leads to the loss of mental and physical functions and is the most common cause of dementia in older people. It affects the parts of the brain that control thought, memory and language. Over the course of years, as the disease progresses, individuals lose their ability to perform the basic tasks that are part of everyday life and usually end up requiring constant care and supervision. In its most common form it is found in people over age 65. When someone you know shows signs of memory loss, personality changes, disorientation about time or place, difficulty with simple tasks or loss of self-care skills our staff can help you and the person affected cope through counseling and education.

The Alzheimer's Association of Central New York can also help.