Fredericksburg Parent

November 2015

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14 Fredericksburg Parent and Family • November 2015 A ccording to the Alzheimer's Association, in 2015 there are over 5 million Americans living with Alzheimer's dis- ease. In addition to the individuals directly suffering from the condition, millions more are affected through roles as caretakers and family members. What can you do to help your child if a beloved family member, such as a grandparent, is changing and forgetting right before their eyes? The National Institute on Aging (NIA) sug- gests that your approach be tailored to your child's age. A teenager, who has known their grandparent for many years, may have a hard time coping, and may not want to spend much time with their grandparent. The NIA recommends that you respect this and do not force interactions. With a young When Grandma Doesn't Remember Your Child BY MARY BECELIA

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