New At-Home Leqembi: What It Means for Alzheimer's
IMAGINE THIS: Instead of going to an infusion center for treatment, you can switch to a weekly injection at home. That’s now a reality for many Alzheimer’s patients.
I Promise You Forever, You Will Never Leave My Mind
"Damn this old dementia, for robbing me of time, But I promise you forever, you will never leave my mind."
Experts Can Diagnose Lewy Body Dementia 18 Months Faster
MISDIAGNOSIS? Lewy Body Dementia (LBD) is often mistaken for Alzheimer's or Parkinson's. People typically go through 18 months and 3 doctors to get a correct diagnosis. Learn what to do about it.
Shift Your Mindset: Purpose-in-Life Cuts Dementia Risk 28%
What if protecting your brain started not with a pill, but with a purpose? A new study finds that people with a strong sense of purpose in life are significantly less likely to develop dementia — cutting their risk by nearly one-third.
6 Tips on Repetitive Questions Due to Dementia
"WHAT TIME IS IT?" Repetitive questions from dementia trigger frustration and anxiety in caregiver and patient. At a loss as to how to deal with it? Check out these UCLA Health tips.
Fish, Omega-3 and Dementia
Dr. Michael Gregger, Director of the authoritative NutritionFacts site, asks, "Why has fish consumption been associated with cognitive impairment and loss of executive function?"
Experts Can Diagnose Lewy Body Dementia 18 Months Faster
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MISDIAGNOSIS? Lewy Body Dementia (LBD) is often mistaken for Alzheimer’s or Parkinson’s. People typically go through 18 months and 3 doctors to get a correct diagnosis. Learn what to do about it.
Shift Your Mindset: Purpose-in-Life Cuts Dementia Risk 28%
What if protecting your brain started not with a pill, but with a purpose? A new study finds that people with a strong sense of purpose in life are significantly less likely to develop dementia — cutting their risk by nearly one-third.
Welcome, About This Site
This site was inspired by my Mom’s autoimmune dementia.
It is a place where we separate out the wheat from the chafe, the important articles & videos from each week’s river of news. Google gets a new post on Alzheimer’s or dementia every 7 minutes. That can overwhelm anyone looking for help. This site filters out, focuses on and offers only the best information. It has helped hundreds of thousands of people since it debuted in 2007. Thanks to our many subscribers for your supportive feedback.
The site is dedicated to all those preserving the dignity of the community of people living with dementia.
Peter Berger, Editor
What is it?
Diagnosis
Quality of Life
Living Well with Dementia
Designing Homes for Extra Care
The Housing Learning and Improvement Network looks at the design process and philosophy behind creating a successful Extra Care scheme.
The Dangers of Driving with Alzheimer’s
VIDEO + CHECKLIST OF 15 WARNING SIGNS: Memory problems caused by Alzheimer’s make driving unsafe. See how. Watch this thought-provoking video to open up the discussion with family members, friends and patients.
Supermarket Checkout Lane for People with Dementia
INNOVATION – VIDEO: A big supermarket launched a ‘relaxed’ checkout lane to make life a little less stressful for people with dementia and other vulnerable people.
Green Spaces Improve Cognitive Function
VIDEO + ARTICLE: Residential areas with more green space were associated with faster thinking, better attention, and higher overall cognitive function in a federal study. Learn more.
BRAIN HEALTH
Diet
And Prevention
Fish, Omega-3 and Dementia
October 5, 2025
Dr. Michael Gregger, Director of the authoritative NutritionFacts site, asks, “Why has fish consumption been associated with cognitive impairment and loss of executive function?”
3 E’s Defend Against Dementia
September 22, 2025
Simple, low-cost lifestyle changes can significantly slow or prevent cognitive decline. New research offers hope for families, caregivers, and anyone invested in brain health.
UCLA: Memory-Mood Boosted by Curcumin Despite Aging
September 19, 2025
The spice turmeric contains curcumin. In a UCLA study, curcumin significantly improved memory and mildly improved mood in people with memory problems.
Library of Posts
Progressing to a Cure
Research
Anemia Triggers Dementia. Fight it with a Good Diet.
Anemia (low level of red blood cells) can increase dementia risk 41%. You can do something about it. Learn what it takes.
Alzheimer’s Lethargy Due to Neurodegeneration, Not Insomnia
The tendency of Alzheimer’s patients to sleep throughout the day is not due to nighttime insomnia — it has to do with the degeneration of a type of neuron, according to a research study.
Tumeric Has the Spice of Life for Nanoparticles
Australian researchers show nanoparticles that contain curcumin, from turmeric, not only prevent cognitive deterioration, but also reverse the damage. Find out more about this exciting development.
Big Cup, Little Man: Picking Up the Earliest Signs of Alzheimer’s
SHORT-TERM MEMORY lapses are obvious signs of Alzheimer’s, but other tell-tale signals begin to show much earlier. Learn how to look for semantic impairments, such as simple questions about size.
Unpacking Ways to Help Dementia
Treatments & Therapies
Tips, Insights & Helpful Guides
Caregiving
Shopping
Caregivers Delight: 31-Day Pill Organizer, 4 Times a Day
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PRODUCT OF THE WEEK: Caregivers love this pill box, as do patients and professionals. Simply fill it once a month. Roomy, simple, ingenious.
Best Digital Photo Frames for Dementia
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Looking for the best digital photo frame for a loved one with dementia? Many frames claim to be senior-friendly. We explore the Pix-Star series, rated best for its combination of features and value for the money.
Custom Photo Placemats Foster Meaningful Connections at Mealtime
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Make mealtime for loved ones with Alzheimer’s more meaningful. Foster social connections and bring people closer together with a custom, one-of-a-kind photo placemat. Make it a time to gather, share, and celebrate life.
Take The Patented Virtual Dementia Tour
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VIDEO & ARTICLE: 500,000 family and professional caregivers have experienced The Virtual Dementia Tour®. It simulates Alzheimer’s for caregivers. It boosts their level of care and motivation. See how it works.
Seatbelt Grabber
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Shoulder issues? Mobility limits? This durable little device helps more than one can imagine when reaching for a seat belt!
Bookshop
The Original Picture Puzzle
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BOOK OF THE WEEK: The Editors of Brain Games for Adults put together this book of original picture puzzles. The variety of brain teasers make this a perfect gift for people living with dementia.
Explaining Alzheimer’s to Young Children: A Compassionate Guide
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Explaining Alzheimer’s to young children can be a daunting task. Here are 10 easy suggestions for explaining Alzheimer’s to young children.
Avie J. Rainwater, III, Ph.D., ABPP, FAACP
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Clinical Psychology / Neuropsychology
LIFECARE PSYCHOLOGY GROUP, LLC
MYndspan
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Empower yourself with a detailed report of your brain’s function, consisting of an assessment of your cognitive function and your brain connectivity with a quick 45-minute on-site appointment.
Dementia Care Solutions of East Tennessee
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Kimberly Warnick, Certified Dementia Practitioner and Care Navigator
Love & Compassion
Experience 12 Minutes in Alzheimer's
Just what is a loved one with dementia going through? This virtual Alzheimer’s tour reveals more than you ever imagined.
Songs
OKLAHOMA! Belted Out by Dad with Dementia & Son
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Here’s Teddy Mac and his son Simon singing Oklahoma – one of his showstoppers – from a few years ago.
A Better Place
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Listen as country singer Glen Campbell reflects on his life in his song, “A Better Place,” during his battle with Alzheimer’s.
Veronica
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Superstar Elvis Costello sings about his grandmother’s Alzheimer’s and the tapestry of her full, rich life. Co-authored with Paul McCartney, it reached #1 on Billboard.
Inspiring & Uplifting
Film & Music
I’m Not Gonna Miss You
September 15, 2025
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This video is a tribute to superstar Glen Campbell. See him share his personal Alzheimer’s journey with his intensely beautiful Alzheimer’s song.
SPARK: What Happened to Robin Williams’ Brain?
September 10, 2025
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TRAILER: Robin Williams and his battle with Lewy Body Dementia.
OKLAHOMA! Belted Out by Dad with Dementia & Son
September 5, 2025
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Here’s Teddy Mac and his son Simon singing Oklahoma – one of his showstoppers – from a few years ago.