A quarter century ago, nursing homes were the most common type of care available for people living with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. Full Story 

Older people with dementia seek care in the emergency room twice as often as their peers, a new analysis suggests — leading to what researchers call “potentially avoidable and harmful…

JOHNSTOWN, Pa. – Until recently, medical treatments for dementia have been elusive, although there are some pharmaceutical regimens for symptoms. Full Story 

Under a new Medicare pilot program that will begin in 2024, the federal government will pay clinicians to coordinate at-home dementia support services, including respite care for family members. Full…

A critical shortage of clinicians and front-line workers to support increasing numbers of Alzheimer’s patients is impacting dementia care, advocates say, leaving families with limited options and raising concerns about…

Sundowning is a debilitating symptom of Alzheimer’s disease that causes individuals to experience worsening dementia symptoms in the late afternoon and evening. Full Story 

You might be wondering how technology helps Dementia. Technology can play a major role in Dementia care. Full Story 

Caregiving can be mentally, emotionally and physically exhausting. Full Story 

Indiana Rep. Greg Porter has two jobs. One is serving his downtown Indianapolis district at the Statehouse. The other is taking care of his 94-year-old mother, who has Alzheimer’s disease.…

Aug. 6—Why it matters: Dementia and Alzheimer's disease will continue to impact millions of Americans and their families. Full Story