Williamsport, Pa. — The Alzheimer’s Association Greater Pennsylvania Chapter is teaming up with a local law firm to offer two monthly caregiver support groups to residents of Centre County and Lycoming…
The healthy human brain contains tens of billions of neurons, which are specialized cells that process and transmit information via electrical and chemical signals. Full Story
HURON — The Alzheimer's Association northwest Ohio chapter invites locals to attend a free community program, The 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s, from 1-2 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 15 at…
A dementia diagnosis can bring despair, but a goal of Alzheimer’s Awareness Month is to remind families that there is reason to be hopeful and positive. Full Story
Caring for someone with dementia at home can be challenging. However, you can take steps to make home care more manageable, including implementing safety measures, establishing a set routine, and…
Jan. 2 Washington Post editorial that was republished in the Journal Star highlighted the “dementia crisis” unfolding in our country, given our rapidly expanding senior population and the resulting increase…
More than 6 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease, and the broad majority — an estimated 80 percent — of those individuals are being cared for by family and…
While many families are caring for their loved ones at home, finding ways to stay engaged and active indoors during the cold winter months can be hard. Full Story
TEXARKANA, Texas (KTAL/KSHV) – Those suffering from Alzheimer’s and dementia can be especially vulnerable during winter weather events. Full Story
xtra-long twin bed sheets. Four towels. Lotion. Shampoo. Slippers. Ten pairs of socks. As I wandered the aisles of Target, checking each item off my list, it struck me how…