Types of Dementia
Types of Dementia: An Overview of Dementia Categories
Dementia presents itself in a variety of ways, and it is important for caregivers to understand which category the person they are caring for falls into.
Veterans Issues
Alzheimer's
Early Signs of Alzheimer's
Don't let the first signs of dementia go unnoticed. Learn about the classic early signs of Alzheimer's and the best methods for slowing or stopping the progression of the disease through diagnosis, medications, and lifestyle changes.
Financial / Legal
Veterans Benefits - Aid & Attendance Improved Pension
Discover the little known Veterans benefit of the Aid and Attendance Improved Pension Program. Learn about the qualifications, documents required, and application process with this comprehensive guide from veteranaid.org. Apply now with our helpful links.
Early Onset Dementia
Early Onset Dementia Signs and Symptoms
Medical research at the Mayo Clinic has discovered new information about the origins of early onset dementia. Learn about the causes and risk factors, as well as how to receive an accurate diagnosis and treatment.
Professional Services
Veterans Administration Benefits Threatened By New Proposal Act Now to Prevent This
he Veterans Administration has proposed new regulations that would penalize war time veterans for using asset protection plans and gifting assets for less than fair market value. This would hurt Korean and WWII veterans and exacerbate the claims process.
Early Onset Dementia
Early Onset Dementia: A Devastating Form of Alzheimer's
Frontotemporal dementia, also known as early onset dementia, can affect anyone at any age. Learn about the symptoms, causes, and ways to cope with this type of dementia that affects the frontal lobe, responsible for personality and individuality.
Vascular Dementia
Vascular Dementia Symptoms
Learn about the different types of vascular dementia, including multi-infarct dementia and Binswanger's disease, and their symptoms such as memory loss, difficulty with daily tasks, and psychomotor slowness.
Aging In Place
New law says home care workers must be paid OT, at least minimum wage, and travel time
Effective immediately, home care agencies and individuals must pay workers at least the federal minimum wage and overtime. This new law may affect live-in caregivers and those who need 12 hours of care daily. Learn more about the impact on elder care and the rights of home care workers.
Early Onset Dementia
Early Diagnosis of Alzheimer's: Do You Know the Signs?
Learn about the importance of early diagnosis for Alzheimer's disease, and the signs and symptoms to watch out for. Understand the role of genetic factors, and how medical professionals make a diagnosis using criteria and objective testing methods.
Caregiving Issues
Applied for VA Aid and Attendance Program Benefits ? Share here
Learn about the VA Aid and Attendance Program Benefits and share your personal experience with the application process. We want to hear about the struggles and successes of providing care for a veteran. Help us advocate for better support services for family caregivers.
Financial
The VA Aid and Attendance Pension Helps Vets and Surviving Spouses with Financial Assistance for Housing
Learn about the VA Aid and Attendance Pension program, a little-known benefit for veterans and surviving spouses that can provide significant monthly income to cover daily living expenses. Find out how to check your eligibility and apply for this valuable financial aid.
Aging In Place
VA Benefits for Aid and Attendance Program for Veterans
Discover the financial qualifications and necessary documents for the VA Aid and Attendance Improved Pension program, as outlined by Debbie Burak of VeteranAid.org. Learn how to prepare for the application process and access helpful forms and links.