Knowing when to bring in help — and how to manage it well — can make all the difference in caring for a loved one with dementia. The right timing protects safety and dignity, while good management preserves peace of mind for everyone involved.
Some everyday medicines may nudge dementia risk higher — but safer, equally effective alternatives often exist. Here’s how to replace high-risk drugs with brain-friendlier options
DESIGN: See this video packed with great examples of home design for dementia. These insights can make a world of difference.
"Damn this old dementia, for robbing me of time, But I promise you forever, you will never leave my mind."
Maude’s Awards annually presents up to eight awards for innovations in Alzheimer's care. See this year's 6th Annual Maude’s Award Recipients!
The Housing Learning and Improvement Network looks at the design process and philosophy behind creating a successful Extra Care scheme.
Explore lithium’s impact on Alzheimer’s and dementia prevention. See practical takeaways, including what Dr. Norwitz is doing himself to protect his family’s cognitive health.
Refusal to bathe is common in people with dementia. Here are a dozen simple techniques to make bathing easier.
Teresa Youngstrom is a registered nurse. She offers a quick tip for caregivers, friends and family when visiting or living with someone with dementia to help smooth the way. Watch now.
Could a nasal spray help memory loss? A new study using Aptar’s delivery system shows insulin reaching key brain regions, offering new hope for treating Alzheimer's and mild cognitive impairment.
Selling Alzheimer's books takes time - buyers rarely commit right away. Smart authors plan for the long game, offering gentle, repeated reminders to buy. No tool does this more effectively or simply than the Alzheimer’s & Dementia Weekly Newsletter service. Keep your book—and its message—at the center of your readers’ attention.
All a caregiver for Lewy Body Dementia needs to know, from symptoms to diagnosis to care for their loved one and themselves, for the entire caregiving journey. Part memoir and part help book.
