"Is Leqembi Worth It?" Costs and the Road to Wider Access
Leqembi, the first Alzheimer's-modifying drug, is a giant step forward—but how many people are getting it, and what does it really cost the average American? We dig into the numbers, the barriers, and the path forward.
Insulin Nasal Spray Reaches the Alzheimer's Brain
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.
Sundowning Care from Sunset 'til Sunrise
For 12 years, a special program called "Dusk 'Til Dawn" has been successfully fighting sundowning.
Insulin Nasal Spray Reaches the Alzheimer's Brain
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.
Xanamem for Alzheimer's Trial: A Single Pill Once a Day
VIDEO + ARTICLE: A promising new oral therapy for Alzheimer’s is now recruiting participants across the USA and Australia, offering fresh hope to families affected by this devastating condition.
Mushrooms And Memory
VIDEO + ARTICLE: Ergothioneine (ET) from mushrooms has been associated with brain health for years. In a six-year study, seniors consuming 300 grams of mushrooms weekly had 50% less risk of mild cognitive impairment (MCI, often referred to as pre-dementia). Get the facts about this correlation.
Sundowning Care from Sunset ’til Sunrise
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For 12 years, a special program called “Dusk ‘Til Dawn” has been successfully fighting sundowning.
Xanamem for Alzheimer's Trial: A Single Pill Once a Day
VIDEO + ARTICLE: A promising new oral therapy for Alzheimer’s is now recruiting participants across the USA and Australia, offering fresh hope to families affected by this devastating condition.
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
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.
Ronald Reagan & Alzheimer’s – Just the Facts
VIDEO+ARTICLE:
Reagan revolutionized Alzheimer’s awareness. Is there truth to the notion of Ronald Reagan having Alzheimer’s during his presidency? After all, President Reagan’s winning vote margins were massive, among the biggest in American history.
Social for 1 Day Improves Cognition for 3
Researchers find that adults ages 70 to 90 who enjoy a pleasant social life, also have a better cognitive life.
BRAIN HEALTH
Diet
And Prevention
Mushrooms And Memory
July 21, 2025
VIDEO + ARTICLE:
Ergothioneine (ET) from mushrooms has been associated with brain health for years. In a six-year study, seniors consuming 300 grams of mushrooms weekly had 50% less risk of mild cognitive impairment (MCI, often referred to as pre-dementia). Get the facts about this correlation.
Sipping Smarter: Delicious Vinegar-Turmeric Drink Fortifies Against Alzheimer’s
July 17, 2025
A new pineapple turmeric apple cider vinegar blend from Bragg is turning heads—not just for its flavor, but for its potential brain-boosting benefits. Could this tangy tonic play a role in Alzheimer’s prevention?
Turmeric Spice Drug Shows 7 Brain Benefits
July 10, 2025
Salk Institute’s J147 is a derivative of turmeric, a spice used in curry. Learn how it fights memory deficits and has a host of unexpected anti-aging effects in the lab.
Library of Posts
Progressing to a Cure
Research
Brain Sugar Breakthrough: Can Fasting and Fat Burners Shield Your Mind?
A new Buck Institute discovery reveals neurons process sugar in a surprising way— and unlocking this “brain sugar” pathway could lead to powerful Alzheimer’s treatments.
Do Babies’ Tau Proteins Hold the Key to Curing Alzheimer’s?
Why Do Babies Have More Alzheimer’s Protein Than Adults? A Surprising Clue to Future Treatments
Bill Gates on the Next Phase of the Alzheimer’s Fight
Bill Gates says, “I am blown away by how much we have learned about Alzheimer’s disease over the last couple years.” See his compelling video and insight-filled blog post.
Magnesium’s Importance to Brain Health
DIET: MAGNESIUM appears to do a lot to maintain brain health, prevent cognitive impairment (CI), and fight Alzheimer’s. Learn how.
Unpacking Ways to Help Dementia
Treatments & Therapies
Tips, Insights & Helpful Guides
Caregiving
Shopping
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.
3 Battery-Operated Dementia Clocks
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If your loved one asks a little too often, “What’s the time?” “What day is it?”, easily solve the problem with these Battery-Operated Dementia-Calendar-Clocks. No wires, hang them on any wall, stand them on any table.
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
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
The Easiest Way to Sell More Alzheimer’s Books—Week by Week
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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.
You Are Not Alone: Dealing with Lewy Body Dementia
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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.
The Compassionate Guide to Dementia for Caregivers
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Discover compassionate, practical and proven strategies to navigate dementia care confidently, ensuring the well-being of both you and your loved one.
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
I Know Who He Is
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William Michael Morgan strums a proud, moving song by a young man that knows who his father with dementia truly is. Watch now.
My Mind is Running Dry But Love Still Speaks
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A powerful song about an 80-year-old professor losing memory due to Alzheimer’s. A tribute and a call for understanding, love, and support.
When Ted Sings, Millions Listen, Alzheimer’s & All
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MUSIC: Famously known as the Songaminute Man, Ted is living with dementia, even as he enjoys singing on. Watch this wonderful sampling of his songs, along with a one-of-a-kind interview on BBC’s “The One Show”.
Inspiring & Uplifting
Film & Music
I Know Who He Is
June 9, 2025
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William Michael Morgan strums a proud, moving song by a young man that knows who his father with dementia truly is. Watch now.
Wedding Gift from Dad with Dementia
June 6, 2025
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[Father’s Day is June 15]
This bride’s father has dementia. On her wedding day, she triggers his memory with an activity they shared in her childhood. See what happens.
When You Were Superman
June 4, 2025
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[FATHER’S DAY IS JUNE 15]
ANIMATED MUSIC VIDEO: Watch this uplifting-yet-real, brilliantly-animated music video about a child’s heroic relationship with his parent with dementia.