005 – How ADLs and IADLs Change in Early Alzheimer’s

In This Episode:

When an aging parent develops memory loss, or other signs that might be early Alzheimer’s disease, how does that affect their ability to manage their self-care tasks, such as Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs)? Dr. K explains what types of problems families should anticipate and check for. 

She covers:

• How memory loss affects ADLs & IADLs
• Common IADL problems in early Alzheimer’s
• Managing medication in early Alzheimer’s
• What to do after identifying IADL or ADL issues

Related episode: 

004 – What are ADLs and IADLs (& why they matter in memory loss)

Related Resources:

• Related article: What are Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) & Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs)?
• Free online training: Memory Loss & Safety: How to Have Better Talks & Fewer Fights With Your Aging Parent
• Dr. Kernisan’s book: When Your Aging Parent Needs Help: A Geriatrician’s Step-by-Step Guide to Memory Loss, Resistance, Safety Worries, & More
• Get 12 weeks of expert guidance from Dr. K and her team of geriatric care managers, on how & when to step in to help a parent with memory loss: Helping Older Parents with Early Memory Loss Program