A telltale sign of Alzheimer’s disease is fading memory. Everyday tasks that you once recalled so easily now slip from your mind. As a result, doctor’s appointments may easily be forgotten, medications are sometimes neglected, and familiar phone numbers become impossible to recall.<\/p>\n
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In the early stages of Alzheimer’s, you can take steps to help your memory by placing reminders around you. Here are some suggestions from the Alzheimer’s Association:<\/p>\n
\u2022 Post a schedule of what you do every day, such as when to eat, exercise, take your medications, and go to bed. Add anything else that you might do.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Ask a friend or loved one to call and remind you of important events and details such as taking a medication or making an appointment.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Carry a notebook that contains important information such as phone numbers, people’s names, fleeting thoughts or ideas, appointments, your address, and directions to your home.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Post important phone numbers in large print next to the phone.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Have someone help you label and store medications in a pill organizer.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Mark off days on a calendar to help you keep track of time.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Label photos with the names of people you see most often.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Label cupboards and drawers with words or pictures that describe their contents.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Have someone help you organize closets and drawers to make it easier to find what you need.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Post reminders to turn off appliances and lock doors.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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