Terra Vista of Oakbrook Terrace

Yes. You are more likely to develop Alzheimer's disease if a parent or grandparent in your family has it. An ordinary gene that increases the likelihood of developing late-onset Alzhimer’s disease is called apolipoprotein E (APOE). If you inherited this gene from a parent, you may develop Alzheimer's disease in the future.

Memantine and cholinesterase inhibitors are sometimes used by doctors to reduce or slow the progression of cognitive problems such as limited short-term memory, problems with contemplation, bewilderment, and agitation. These two categories of drugs have been cleared by the United States Food & Drug Administration (FDA) to remediate the symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease.

The most apparent symptoms of Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus include depression, walking issues, variations in mood, loss of balance, sadness, and damage to verbal communication skills. The brain is equipped with compartments that are referred to as ventricles. If the ventricles in your brain become filled with too much cerebrospinal fluid, this can cause Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus.

Vascular dementia is a type of dementia typically characterized by issues with strategizing, awareness, interpretation, and memory. A common cause of this type of dementia in older adults includes strokes. Typical signs of vascular dementia include depression, disorientation, anxiety, and discomposure.

Moving a family member into a memory care community is rarely easy. There are, however, a few telltale signs that you can look for to recognize when you might start seriously considering residential care. You may require professional care for your loved one if you are having home safety issues, or escalated home care requirements.

You should consider Terra Vista for one key reason: we redefine what Alzheimer’s care should be. Our entire memory care community is dedicated exclusively to Alzheimer’s and dementia care. Every single person is trained in the latest safety measures and protocols.

We take safety very seriously. In addition to each apartment’s emergency response system, highly advanced security cameras and alarms are located at each exterior door. Also, every single one of our staff members must undergo a thorough background check and extensive behavioral interviewing process.

Many families of those with Alzheimer’s have struggled with the same feelings. At some point on the Alzheimer’s journey, it becomes nearly impossible to keep your mom safe and active. It requires training and experience to give someone with Alzheimer’s everything they need – a safe environment, brain-stimulating activities, caring experts who know just what to do in virtually any circumstance. Know that you are making a responsible and loving choice.

With Terra Vista’s innovative stay-connected apps, you and other family members can stay connected anytime of day or night. You can see life in action through videos and photos, schedule meaningful visits, and stay on top of your family member’s daily activities. If you have any concerns, you can send a secure message directly to the staff eliminating “telephone tag”.

You may be reluctant to broach the topic of costs, but rest assured that much of our staff has been down the same road as you with their own family members and understand your fears. To ease your mind, we offer a guaranteed rate lock: your family member’s rates are locked in for a full 12 months. Also, our rates do not change – as they do in other assisted living communities – depending on the level of care needed. There are no points, tiers, levels or buy-ins and no hidden or unexpected fees. We will be glad to speak with you to point you in the right direction about identifying financing options.

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