Care in Crisis: Caregivers are reaching a breaking point
Rosa E. Hunter sees her mother as a future version of herself. They even share the same name. Full Story
Local organization offers programs for people with dementia or Alzheimer’s, support for the caregivers
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - The Alzheimer’s Association reports there are more than six million Americans living with Alzheimer’s right now. By 2050, that number is expected to jump to 13…
What to Do When You Become the Family Caregiver
It may happen suddenly: assuming the caregiver role for an acutely ill spouse or severely injured child. Disaster or emergency can compel you to quickly take on responsibilities you never…
Study Examines Dementia Caregiver Experiences and Preparedness
Millions of family caregivers provide essential emotional, physical, and social care to people living with dementia. Full Story
Rethinking how we train caregivers for people with dementia
According to the Alzheimer's Association, each year more than 11 million Americans look after family or friends with various forms of dementia, unpaid and usually untrained. Full Story
Using Biomarkers to Identify Stress in Dementia Caregivers
In China, it’s common for multiple generations of a family to share a household. Full Story
My labour of love caring for wife with Alzheimer’s
A man whose wife has Alzheimer's said caring for her was a "labour of love" he was grateful to perform for her. Full Story
Statewide plan released to address Alzheimer’s disease and dementia
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WCSC) - A statewide plan to address Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia was released Thursday for the next five years with five main goals for how South Carolina…
How Is Alzheimer’s Disease Diagnosed?
Doctors use several methods and tools to help determine if a person with thinking or memory problems has Alzheimer’s disease. Full Story
Dementia-related pain: What caregivers need to know
Dementia isn't a specific disease. Instead, it describes a collection of symptoms that affect a person's thinking and social abilities enough to interfere with daily life. Full Story