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