Four July 4th tips for families caring for loved ones with dementia
(PRESS RELEASE) - Fireworks and gatherings are staples of the 4th of July holiday, but these can create unique challenges for someone living with dementia. Full Story
(PRESS RELEASE) - Fireworks and gatherings are staples of the 4th of July holiday, but these can create unique challenges for someone living with dementia. Full Story
The Alzheimer's Association has published revised criteria for the diagnosis and staging of Alzheimer's disease that are based on the biology of the disease and reflect recent advancements in research,…
Jersey’s first dementia strategy has been published with the aim of improving care in the island. Full Story
An A-list of researchers from across USC is building a dementia cost model that will generate comprehensive national, annual estimates of the cost of dementia that could benefit patients and…
It begins subtly. A loved one becomes more forgetful, finding it harder to remember things they once had no trouble recalling. Full Story
Nearly 1 in 10 Americans aged 65 and older are living today with dementia — a disease that has special challenges for family caregivers. Full Story
Dementia is not just a nursing home issue. Nearly half of older adults in assisted living and other senior communities have some level of dementia or cognitive impairment, and this…
BANGOR, Maine — Drew Wyman was 10 years old when a grandparent moved in with his family after showing signs of Alzheimer's, during a time when there was a negative…
When actor Michael J. Fox, famous for his roles in “Back to the Future” and “Family Ties,” announced that he had been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease at the age of…
A new paper published in the journal Aging and Mental Health highlights that couples coping with dementia can navigate the challenges with greater resilience and well-being by working together and supporting each…