We live, plan and organize our lives around time, constantly referring to clocks to determine where we have to be and when. But what if we were unable to sense or know the time or what day it was? Even everyday tasks would be difficult. Unfortunately, Alzheimer’s, dementia, and stroke patients gradually lose their sense of time. They can become unaware of whether it’s day or night and not know the date, day of the week, or even the season. This can result in confusion, frustration and anger that may lead to unruly behavior and loss of self confidence.
According to the Alzheimer’s Association, “People with Alzheimer’s may have trouble understanding something if it is not happening immediately. Sometimes they may forget where they are or how they got there.” This is why many of these patients repeatedly ask what day it is or constantly check their watches. However, their old time pieces can become difficult to read, and many do not have the date and day of the week clearly displayed. One way to help your loved ones is to have a clock with day and date for the elderly nearby.
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