The holiday season can be a stressful time for everyone, but this time can be especially challenging for families facing ...
Different communication styles are needed for the progressive phases of dementia. Halfpoint Images/Moment via Getty Images R. Amanda Cooper, University of Connecticut Every three seconds, someone in ...
For most older adults, the idea of aging in place and staying at home for as long as possible is an attractive one. However, for seniors who’ve been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or another form ...
The holiday season can be a stressful time for everyone — but particularly for those living with dementia, as well as their caregivers and loved ones. Statistics show that an estimated 6.7 million ...
In addition, you can find more tips for a dementia-friendly holiday season through the AFA website here. Report a correction ...
The holidays are a special time for many families to come together, but for loved ones who have dementia it can be an ...
For most older adults, the idea of aging in place and staying at home for as long as possible is an attractive one. However, for seniors who’ve been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or another form ...
Dear Cari: My wife has dementia and constantly picks at real and imaginary imperfections on her arms and causes them to bleed. She does this when I’m not watching, and often at night. It’s not only ...
The holiday season is a time for celebration, but for the 160,000 people in San Diego and Imperial Counties caring for loved ones with dementia, it can also bring stress and difficulty. Judith and Ray ...
With another storm on the way and more winter storms to come this season, WABI sat down with the Alzheimer’s Association of ...
NEW YORK With Halloween just a week away, the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) is offering five tips for family caregivers to help their loved ones with Alzheimer’s disease and other ...