Types of Dementia
"What is dementia" is a growing question as 1 million new people are diagnosed each year. Understanding dementia and the disease process will provide insight and an educated approach to dementia care.
Activities
Learn valuable tips for caring for a loved one with dementia at home, including routine and consistency, medication safety, mindfulness, and creating a safe environment. Discover how to adapt to new surroundings, manage drug interactions, and become an expert in dementia care.
Caregiving Issues
A person-centered approach to dementia care addresses key needs such as nutrition, psychological support, and community resources. Improve care quality for dementia patients & family care partners.
Alzheimer's
Discover the latest research on how brain training and cognitively stimulating activities can reduce the risk of developing Alzheimer's and dementia. Learn about the most effective activities and programs, and how to choose the right one for you.
Caregiver Support
Caregivers for aging family members often struggle with emotional and physical strain. Share your experiences and advocate for the resources and support you need, including a 24/7 caregiver education hotline and a dementia care management program.
Financial / Legal
As we age, it's important to plan and prepare for the possibility of needing assistance. Learn about the benefits of non-Medicare home care agencies and how to choose the right one for you. Plus, find out how to pay for the services you may need in the future.
Caring for the caregiver
We offer emotional support and practical advice to help manage stress and develop a personalized care plan. Plus, check out our free stress management tools and resources.
Activities
Learn how to effectively plan activities for dementia patients by focusing on their interests and previous experiences. Discover the importance of "mirroring" strategies, closed-ended questions and person-focused care. Read more on our blog.
Caregiver Tips
As we age, changes in our cognitive, physical, and visual abilities can affect our ability to drive safely. Discussing dementia and driving with a loved one can be difficult, but it's important to address the issue early.
Financial / Legal
Beth Taylor’s caregiving story is not so unusual. But in 2007, Steve began showing symptoms that Beth believed to be Alzheimer’s Disease. Steve said it was just old age. it was Lewy Body
Types of Dementia
Dementia is a progressive disease that affects memory, thinking, and behavior. Health professionals use dementia rating scales to determine the stages of cognitive impairment and assess the progression of the disease.
Caring for the caregiver
Are you feeling overwhelmed and stressed out as a caregiver? Take this quiz to find out if you're experiencing caregiver burnout. It's important to focus on self care and know your limitations to prevent caregiver stress and burnout.