Last Updated: August 3, 2018 It’s no secret that Alzheimer’s disease and related forms of dementia bring emotional hardship to families and loved ones. But, the Alzheimer’s Association — who surveyed 3,500 caregivers in the United States — found that dementia’s financial costs also take a toll on families, bringing an insufferable financial burden to many family members. Take […]
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In early March, 80 of the nation’s leading researchers and scientists gathered in Bethesda, Maryland for the 2018 Alzheimer’s Disease Research Summit. Now, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) has released their recommendations for future Alzheimer’s and dementia research as part of the “National Plan to Address Alzheimer’s Disease.” Learn more about the summit and […]
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Last Updated: July 23, 2018 Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias can cause seniors to withdraw from activities, family and friends. It’s extremely important to maintain those interests and relationships, however, because it reduces the effects of memory impairment, leading to a better quality of life. Learn more about how to stay engaged with parents and senior […]
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Activities that were important prior to a parent or senior’s diagnosis of dementia can continue to be meaningful and provide enjoyment throughout the disease. Your loved one may need help adapting their favorite hobby to their changing abilities, but pursuing this hobby can increase their life satisfaction. Learn more about how you can help a person […]
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Watching your parents age can be difficult and when signs of dementia appear, it can be harder than ever. Talking to parents about these changes may seem overwhelming, but having the tough conversation now can lead to an earlier diagnosis and will help everyone better cope with the changes. Learn more about talking to a parent […]
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When high school students in Michigan used technology to connect people with dementia to memories that shaped their lives, the world expanded for everyone involved. Read more about how a high school student project is helping people with dementia recall their lives and helping students and staff provide seniors with better memory care. Student Project […]
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Having a relative with Alzheimer’s disease can make a strong impact on a person’s life, at any age — as Nikhil Patel, a high school student knows full well. Patel’s grandmother recently passed from complications of Alzheimer’s, which inspired him to design a new tool for the early diagnosis of cognitive impairment. “Once she passed […]
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According to the World Health Organization, there are over 50 million people living with dementia. It is the leading cause of a loss of independence in seniors and one of the hardest diseases to accept. So what do you do when your aging parent refuses to admit there is a problem? Dealing With a Parent Who […]
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Alzheimer’s disease and related forms of dementia can cause confusion and disorientation as the disease progresses, which is why it is increasingly important to create safe environments for a senior loved one with the disease. Making your home easy to navigate for your loved one with Alzheimer’s is a crucial step in caregiving and one […]
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It is estimated that nearly 60% of people with dementia wander as confusion and disorientation lead them to search for a family member, former home or place of comfort when the disease progresses. It’s a major cause of concern for any caregiver as they try to keep their senior loved ones safe and well cared […]
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