Alzheimer’s / Dementia

Resources to help navigate challenges for those whose parents are experiencing Alzheimer’s and/or Dementia.

Alzheimer’s disease and dementia are both neurological conditions that affect memory, thinking, and behavior. Dementia is an umbrella term for a range of symptoms related to cognitive decline, while Alzheimer’s is a specific type of dementia and the most common form.

How to Participate in Dementia Research (and Why It Matters More Than You Think)

How to Participate in Dementia Research (and Why It Matters More Than You Think)

What Caregivers Need to Know About Dementia Research, Including Alzheimer’s Clinical TrialsWhen you’re caring for ...
A Simple Reminder Tool for Dementia That’s Helping My Mom Stay on Track

A Simple Reminder Tool for Dementia That’s Helping My Mom Stay on Track

Helping Aging Parents With Daily RemindersIf you’re constantly reminding your aging parent about appointments, ...
What Is Someone With Alzheimer’s Thinking?

What Is Someone With Alzheimer’s Thinking?

Insights about dementia from Dr. Peter Rabins.Ever wondered what’s going on in the mind of someone with ...
Dealing with Lewy Body Dementia

Dealing with Lewy Body Dementia

A Caregiver Story.  Dementia can be hard to deal with as we help our aging parents, especially when Lewy Body ...
Having a Good Attitude, Even When Your Wife Has Alzheimer’s

Having a Good Attitude, Even When Your Wife Has Alzheimer’s

It can be hard to stay positive when your loved one doesn't recognize you.  Imagine being married for more than 60 ...
Dealing with Alzheimer’s

Dealing with Alzheimer’s

A Caregiver's Story.  Jim Henry took care of his wife as she battled Alzheimer's for several years. He teamed up ...
Dementia from a Neurologist’s Perspective

Dementia from a Neurologist’s Perspective

Does my aging parent need to see a Neurologist? What should you do if you think you're seeing signs of dementia in ...
Dementia Friendly Television

Dementia Friendly Television

Short videos that can entertain and educate.   If you have a loved one dealing with dementia, you know how hard it ...
A Caregiver’s Story

A Caregiver’s Story

Broken Beauty: The tough roads of early-onset Alzheimer's.   Dealing with the failing health of our aging ...
Adult Day Care Programs

Adult Day Care Programs

When caregivers need a break.    Your aging parent lives with you. You need to work or you need to run an errand ...
Dealing with Dementia

Dealing with Dementia

What to do if a loved one with Dementia resists care.    Does your aging parent put up a fit when it' s time to ...
How do I talk to someone with Dementia?

How do I talk to someone with Dementia?

Do I tell them the truth?   If you have an aging parent or other loved one with Dementia it can hard to know what ...
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