Is it Time for Memory Care? Clarendale of Addison outlines 10 warning signs of dementia. CLARENDALE ADDISON Although some forgetfulness with age is natural, memory loss that disrupts daily living is not a normal part of aging. If you're concerned about a loved one living alone, the memory care experts at Clarendale of Addison suggest looking for clues. 10 WARNING SIGNS 1. DRIVING 4. MOODS Don't ignore near misses dents or fender benders Request a ride to assess your loved one's current driving skills. Frequent bouts of inability moodiness, depression or fatigue are always symptoms worth discussing 5. MOBILITY. 8. FOOD 2. APPEARANCE Poor hygiene, e unwashed of uncombed hair and stained clothing, might mean a little assistance is needed. See if your loved one is more unsteady when walking, has recently fallen or now has difficulty with stairs. Check the fridge and cupboards for food with past due expiration dates, moldy leftovers and sour milk 3. ACTIVITIES Watch for loss of interest in favorite pastimes. Giving up things that were once important may be a red flag 6. MEDICATIONS Look for empty or expired medicine bottles, united prescriptions or confusion about dosages 9. FINANCES Unopened mail unpaid bills and overdue notices may raise concerns about managing financial matters 7. MAINTENANCE Soppy housekeeping or a neglected yard may reveal your loved one isn't faring well at home anymore 10. FORGETFULNESS Take note of forgotten appointments frequent verbal repetition and diminishing sense of direction, PROACTIVE NEXT STEPS The decision to help an aging loved one move out of a current home is not an easy one. But, above all, you want to help that loved one stay safe, be well and thrive. The memory care team at Clarendale of Addison is available to talk through options and next steps with you. Clarendale of Addison offers independent living and assisted living in addition to the dedicated support of memory care and is located at 1651 West Lake Street in Addison CALL 630-345-8702 TO SCHEDULE AN IN-PERSON OR VIRTUAL VISIT. INDEPENDENT LIVING ASSISTED LIVING MEMORY CARE Oc Candeld.com1551 West Lake Set Add IL 6010 560 0 Is it Time for Memory Care ? Clarendale of Addison outlines 10 warning signs of dementia . CLARENDALE ADDISON Although some forgetfulness with age is natural , memory loss that disrupts daily living is not a normal part of aging . If you're concerned about a loved one living alone , the memory care experts at Clarendale of Addison suggest looking for clues . 10 WARNING SIGNS 1. DRIVING 4. MOODS Don't ignore near misses dents or fender benders Request a ride to assess your loved one's current driving skills . Frequent bouts of inability moodiness , depression or fatigue are always symptoms worth discussing 5. MOBILITY . 8. FOOD 2. APPEARANCE Poor hygiene , e unwashed of uncombed hair and stained clothing , might mean a little assistance is needed . See if your loved one is more unsteady when walking , has recently fallen or now has difficulty with stairs . Check the fridge and cupboards for food with past due expiration dates , moldy leftovers and sour milk 3. ACTIVITIES Watch for loss of interest in favorite pastimes . Giving up things that were once important may be a red flag 6. MEDICATIONS Look for empty or expired medicine bottles , united prescriptions or confusion about dosages 9. FINANCES Unopened mail unpaid bills and overdue notices may raise concerns about managing financial matters 7. MAINTENANCE Soppy housekeeping or a neglected yard may reveal your loved one isn't faring well at home anymore 10. FORGETFULNESS Take note of forgotten appointments frequent verbal repetition and diminishing sense of direction , PROACTIVE NEXT STEPS The decision to help an aging loved one move out of a current home is not an easy one . But , above all , you want to help that loved one stay safe , be well and thrive . The memory care team at Clarendale of Addison is available to talk through options and next steps with you . Clarendale of Addison offers independent living and assisted living in addition to the dedicated support of memory care and is located at 1651 West Lake Street in Addison CALL 630-345-8702 TO SCHEDULE AN IN - PERSON OR VIRTUAL VISIT . INDEPENDENT LIVING ASSISTED LIVING MEMORY CARE Oc Candeld.com1551 West Lake Set Add IL 6010 560 0