Alzheimer’s Association Issues Holiday Tips for Families Affected by the Disease

While holidays may be a joyous occasion for most people and their families, for those who have family member affected by Alzheimer’s it can be a very challenging time. To help families navigate the holiday related challenges the Alzheimer’s Association as released several tips for to ensure the holiday season can be as enjoyable as possible. First, make sure any guests you may be having are aware of the situation, and ensure they know how to communicate with the individual. Always make sure to keep the person living with Alzheimer’s involved as much as possible, such as baking cookies or wrapping gifts. And make sure that gifts that are given to this person are appropriate, and can be used, such as photo albums, clothes, or movies.