How to reduce the risk of developing dementia
Some of the best strategies for reducing the chances of developing dementia are, to put it kindly, impracticable: don’t grow old; don’t be a woman; choose your parents carefully. Full…
How to Help Your Loved One Navigate the Costs of Dementia Care
People with dementia who live in long-term care facilities are spending a significant portion of their income each month on care, according to an October 2023 study published in the…
Working with an Alzheimer’s care consultant: How to get the support you need
Learning how to care for a loved one with Alzheimer’s can turn a family’s collective life upside down as everything from communication to hygiene requires a new lens. Full Story
How to pay for Alzheimer’s and dementia care, according to experts
When your parent or another loved one is diagnosed with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, it might feel like your world has fallen apart. There’s shock, grief and a vast number…
Increased staffing may only be part of improved care for nursing home residents with dementia
Higher nursing home staff levels may have a positive effect on health outcomes for residents with Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia, but substantially improving care quality may require additional…
Quick test could help reduce dementia care disparities
More than 6 million older adults in the U.S. are living with dementia. But despite how common dementia is, studies suggest that signs of cognitive impairment are often missed by…
New blood testing and therapies show promise in Alzheimer’s treatment
LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX 18) — As the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference wrapped up in Philadelphia, local leaders in the field shared promising updates for those facing the devastating disease. Full…
New AI Tool Could Be Game-Changer in Battle Against Alzheimer’s
Researchers at the University of Cambridge have developed a novel AI tool with the potential to predict the development of Alzheimer's disease in individuals with moderate memory and mental agility…
Hot weather presents danger to those living with Alzheimer’s: Lexi Ritt
Guest columnist Lexi Ritt, MSSA/LSW, is the support group program manager for the Alzheimer’s Association Cleveland Area Chapter. Full Story
What Is Dementia?
Dementia is not one disease, but a term that refers to different disorders that affect the brain and impair a person’s memory, thinking, behavior, or emotions enough to interfere with…