I’m a social scientist. Here’s how best to support a loved one with dementia

Comfort includes both physical and psychological comfort, ensuring that the person with dementia feels safe and is as ...

An Alzheimer’s diagnosis can take months, but that’s just the beginning. Here are resources to help families.

The former CEO of Rothman Orthopaedics was diagnosed with Alzheimer's. His widow is working to help patients and their ...
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Major study reveals why Alzheimer’s patients forget their family, friends

Families often describe a sharp kind of heartbreak when a loved one with Alzheimer’s stops recognizing the people closest to ...
Daily Herald

Dementia is stealing her memories. But not her voice.

Drema Yates, 86, wobbles into the sanctuary of Manassas Church of the Brethren in Virginia, clutching tightly onto the arm of ...
Mississippi Valley Publishing

Alzheimer's Association shares new dementia care resources

During National Family Caregivers and National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month in November, the Alzheimer’s Association Iowa Chapter is joining communities across the country in honoring the nearl ...
Northern Virginia Daily

Family reflects on 'brutal' journey with young-onset Alzheimer's

FRONT ROYAL – An estimated 7.2 million Americans ages 65 and over are living with Alzheimer’s disease. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, another 200,000 Americans are diagnosed with young-onse ...