How to Long-Distance Caregive
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The Three E’s of Managing Sundowning
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Alzheimer’s Reconnects Through Art, Music, Film & Poetry
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BOOK OF THE WEEK – VIDEO: “I’m Still Here” shows Dr. John Zeisel’s highly effective non-drug Alzheimer’s treatments . Therapy starts with the Arts, expanding to a spectrum of activities. See it break through the barriers of Alzheimer’s.
Exploring Lewy Body Dementia
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VIDEO + ARTICLE: Lewy Body dementia is frequently mistaken for Alzheimer’s. That’s dangerous, as Lewy Body dementia requires different medications and unique caregiving techniques. Explore this common type of dementia.
Nobody Ever Told Me! 14 Lessons from a Dementia Caregiver
March 31, 2024
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During our dementia journey, I made lots of mistakes. I learned many lessons including these 14. Perhaps they can help you.
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