Alzheimer's & Dementia Care

I've seen several studies recently that point to the possibility that individuals who're more educated and keep their brains active throughout their lives may have a reduced risk of dementia.

Different countries take different approaches to making dementia care dignified. Here are four examples of what dignified dementia care looks like in different places around the world.

Maintaining good dental health is important for you and your loved one. Some studies even say that oral hygiene is linked to brain health.

How do you respect an elderly loved one who has dementia? Start by remembering why you love and respect them.

As a former physician, I treasured my intellect and always thought that an Alzheimer's diagnosis would be one of the worst things that could happen to me. Now I'm being forced to face my greatest fear.

In every stage of Alzheimer's disease people have "good" days where their symptoms lie dormant, and "bad" days where they feel the effects of the disease more profoundly. Here are some of the challenges I encounter during my "bad" days.

A caregiver's perspective on when you should (and shouldn't) tell someone they have Alzheimer's disease.

Depression and the early stages of dementia share many symptoms, making it hard to distinguish the two. Can a diagnosis of cognitive impairment cause a senior to become depressed, or can depression cause dementia?

Each caregiver's journey is unique, but most dementia caregivers come to realize there are a handful of principles that guide us while we are caring for our loved ones with cognitive impairment.

Different types of technology can be very helpful for caregivers of elders with dementia. What I really need is a "Charlie App."

Ashley Campbell, daughter of legendary singer, Glen Campbell, opens up about what it's like to live and perform with a father who has Alzheimer's disease.

I'm experiencing some of the unexpectedly positive aspects of being diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease.

Alzheimer's training is on its way towards becoming an official requirement for police officers nationwide.

In 2012, I was diagnosed with cognitive impairment—most likely Alzheimer’s. I will share my experiences in an ongoing blog series on AgingCare.com, offering caregivers a unique perspective on what it's like to live "inside a fading mind."

Learn how one woman is using art and one-on-one communication to help seniors with advanced dementia feel heard, valued and understood by their caregivers—and the world.

In the absence of formal clinical trials, it's hard to say whether anecdotes touting the benefits of using coconut oil to minimize the symptoms of Alzheimer's disease are rooted in fact or just the product of another health fad.

A daily routine and dementia care go hand in hand, benefiting patients and caregivers alike. The repetition involved in adhering to lifelong routines can help keep seniors oriented, preventing distraction, anxiety and frustration.

A unique night care program helps dementia caregivers get a much-needed break from caring for a sundowning senior. Discover how night care helps families cope with sundowning.

After decades of respecting Mom and Dad, it isn’t easy to wrap your head around the idea of parenting your parent. Use these coping strategies to get you through trying times as you and your loved one accept your new roles.

Nelson Dellis, two-time USA Memory Champion, decided to become an advocate for brain health after seeing his grandmother's battle with Alzheimer's.