Alzheimer’s & Dementia

What is frontotemporal dementia, signs and symptoms, how it’s diagnosed, how it compares to Alzheimer’s, risk factors, and treatment options

Alzheimer's & Dementia

Frontotemporal Dementia: Signs and Symptoms

Frontotemporal dementia tends to start at younger ages Frontotemporal dementia is the 5th most common cause of dementia. It’s also referred...

Use 15 insightful dementia communication techniques to make it easier to connect and enjoy time together

Alzheimer's & Dementia

15 Insightful Dementia Communication Tips

Talking with someone who has Alzheimer’s or dementia can be challenging. Learning some simple, yet effective dementia communication techniques makes...

The best way to make video calls to seniors with Alzheimer's and Dementia

Alzheimer's & Dementia

Best Way to Make Video Calls to Seniors with Alzheimer’s or Dementia in Nursing Homes

Many families may have difficulty keeping in touch, and seniors may sometimes feel isolated or abandoned. This can be devastating...

diseases that mimic dementia

Alzheimer's & Dementia

8 Treatable Diseases That Mimic Dementia

Cognitive issues aren’t always caused by Alzheimer’s or dementia If your older adult has been experiencing cognitive challenges or acting...

what is it like to live with dementia

Alzheimer's & Dementia

What Is It Like to Live with Dementia? 3 Insightful Personal Stories

You’ve probably wondered what seniors with dementia are thinking When you’re caring for a person with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia,...

Get useful tips to reduce symptoms and behaviors of alcohol abuse and dementia

Alzheimer's & Dementia

6 Tips for Managing Alcohol Abuse and Dementia

When dementia and alcohol abuse intersect, caregivers face a particularly challenging situation – one that demands compassion, strategy, and specialized...

Find out how the montreal cognitive assessment test (MoCA) screens for dementia

Alzheimer's & Dementia

Testing for Dementia: The Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA)

A more sensitive screening test for dementia If you suspect that your older adult could be showing signs of cognitive...

Cognitive stimulation activities for Alzheimer’s help maintain existing cognitive and physical abilities and bring joy and encourage social connection

Alzheimer's & Dementia

4 Tips for Fun and Engaging Activities for Alzheimer’s and Dementia

Sponsored by Gleam in Your Eye Regularly participating in stimulating activities can help maintain existing cognitive and physical abilities. These...

In this excerpt from his book “Enough About Me: The Unexpected Power of Selflessness,” Richard Lui shares his family’s experience caring for his father with Alzheimer’s

Alzheimer's & Dementia

“Enough About Me” by Richard Lui, MSNBC Anchor and Alzheimer’s Caregiver

When his father was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, the award-winning MSNBC Anchor Richard Lui decided to set aside his growing...

9 powerful lessons to support you on your senior care journey

Alzheimer's & Dementia

9 Personal Lessons From My Caregiving Journey

Michelle Porjes, Ed.S. shares the 9 lessons she learned during her 10-year journey caring for her mother, who lived with...

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