Many People Have More Than One Type of Dementia. Can Lilly's Kisunla Help?
Over 50% of people with dementia have evidence of more than one type of dementia. A South Korean trial is testing Lilly's Alzheimer's drug Kisunla in people with both Lewy body dementia and Alzheimer's. Success could open a new chapter in treating mixed dementia.
131,000 Nurses Drank Coffee. Who Got Less Dementia?
For years, caregivers have heard mixed messages about coffee. But now, one of the largest long-term studies ever conducted on coffee and brain health is offering some encouraging news.
Big Surprise as Missing Man with Dementia Wanders into Newscast
60% of people with Alzheimer's wander. Robert surprised everyone when he wandered off at sunset. Police dogs began a 16-hour tense, fruitless search. WMTW-TV arrived to broadcast the news. See Robert wander right into the newscast.
Controlling Insulin is the Best Way to Prevent Alzheimer's
TEDx HEALTH VIDEO: Alzheimer's & brain insulin are so strongly connected, it's earned Alzheimer's the nickname, "Type-3 Diabetes." Watch this eye-opening, entertaining video to understand the connection. Find out what you can do.
How to Create a Sensory Room for Dementia
FREE 70 PAGE BOOK: "How to Make a Sensory Room for People Living with Dementia" explores sensory-technology for dementia care. Download this rich, colorful, book on Dementia Sensory Rooms.
Kids Interview People With Dementia
Many people are worried about ‘saying the wrong thing’ to someone living with dementia, yet a friendly face or listening ear can make the world of difference.
Big Surprise as Missing Man with Dementia Wanders into Newscast
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60% of people with Alzheimer’s wander. Robert surprised everyone when he wandered off at sunset. Police dogs began a 16-hour tense, fruitless search. WMTW-TV arrived to broadcast the news. See Robert wander right into the newscast.
A Simple Tip Lowered Caregiver Burnout Across Australia
A simple care tip from Dr. Neal Shah to measurably drop anxiety scores within 6 weeks.
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Diagnosis
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Living Well with Dementia
What Really Matters in Advanced Dementia
VIDEO + TRANSCRIPT: What do people wish for in dementia? Comfort, respect, love… Dr. BJ Miller shares deep thoughts on creating a dignified, graceful life for people nearing the end of life. Take your time & savor this moving talk.
Spectrum of Hope: Living Better with Alzheimer’s
(VIDEO) BOOK-OF-THE-WEEK: Dr. Gayatri Devi, Neurologist at NY’s Lenox Hill Hospital, released “The Spectrum of Hope: An Optimistic and New Approach to Alzheimer’s Disease and Other Dementias.” It details a plan for people with Alzheimer’s to live more empowered and productive lives.
Every Day is Mother’s Day for Margaret’s Mom
What does Mother’s Day mean when your mother has dementia? Margaret says that for her mother, it’s just “another way of being.”
Alzheimer’s Misdiagnosis # 5: Lyme Disease
DIAGNOSIS VIDEO + ARTICLE:
Country music legend Kris Kristofferson Alzheimer’s misdiagnosis ruined his career. Turned out he had Lyme disease. Learn about his remarkable recovery and the signs to look for.
BRAIN HEALTH
Diet
And Prevention
5 Ways to Build an Alzheimer’s-Resistant Brain
June 22, 2026
If you are worried about developing Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia, some simple lifestyle modifications can help prevent it, according to Lisa Genova, “Still Alice” author and neuroscientist.
Why Mediterranean Diets REALLY Matter in Alzheimer’s
June 18, 2026
DIET VIDEO: An explosion of research on the Mediterranean Diet clearly associates it with less risk of getting Alzheimer’s and lower mortality for people who have Alzheimer’s. Get the facts.
Don’t Be the 1 of 3 Who Didn’t Dial 911
June 16, 2026
Vascular dementia has struck a million Americans. It’s often caused by a stroke. Learn how easy it is to prevent a stroke when you know the signs and quickly call 911.
Library of Posts
Progressing to a Cure
Research
Amazonian Groups Are Virtually Alzheimer’s-Free
VIDEO + ARTICLE: The world’s lowest rates of dementia are found in Amazonian indigenous groups. Now there’s more evidence their lifestyles may hold clues to preventing Alzheimer’s. Learn more.
Triheptanoin Ups Brain Energy in Huntington’s Dementia
Triheptanoin is available as a supplement or by prescription. A series of studies suggest it improves brain energy metabolism for people with Huntington’s disease. Learn how.
Sugar-Diabetes-Dementia Triangle
SUGAR raises diabetes AND dementia risk. Will research into the hormone “amylin” reveal the reason why?
“Alzheimer’s-in-a-Dish” Wins Smithsonian Ingenuity Award
VIDEO + ARTICLE: Rudolph Tanzi and Doo Yeon Kim have invented a revolutionary new tool to uncover the mysteries to finding an Alzheimer’s cure and counter the coming epidemic of dementia.
Unpacking Ways to Help Dementia
Treatments & Therapies
Tips, Insights & Helpful Guides
Caregiving
Shopping
The Mediterranean Diet Cookbook For Dummies
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After years of research into nutrition and dementia, no single diet has been the focus of as many positive studies as The Mediterranean Diet.
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.
10 Gift Ideas When Living with Alzheimer’s
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DEMENTIA GIFT IDEAS: People with Alzheimer’s may lose abilities, but feelings still matter. What once wasn’t much of a gift, may now be a great one. What were nice presents may no longer be right. See these thoughtful suggestions.
Red Plates for Eating with Dementia
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If you couldn’t see your mashed potatoes, you probably wouldn’t eat them. That’s why what “The Red Plate Study” found was astonishing! Alzheimer’s patients eating from red plates consumed 25 percent more food than those eating from white plates. Find out why.
Best Alzheimer’s Pills Organizers
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Managing multiple medications can feel overwhelming. The right pill box can turn a daily challenge into a simple routine. We compare Amazon’s best pill organizers for 2025—each designed to meet different needs, from arthritis-friendly lids to monthly systems and automatic dispensers.
Bookshop
8 Ways Caregivers Care for Themselves
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TIPS, INFO + FREE HANDBOOK:
Caring for dementia can cause caregiver burnout, endangering both patient & caregiver. Learn 8 ways to prevent it and better care for yourself. Get a free NIH Caregiver Handbook (104 pages).
50-Page Free Book on Lewy Body Dementia
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FREE LBD BOOK, by America’s NIH. Insights into caregiving, movement, sleep & behavior. Often misdiagnosed as Alzheimer’s or Parkinson’s, 1 million Americans have Lewy Body dementia. Learn more about it.
Spectrum of Hope: Living Better with Alzheimer’s
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(VIDEO) BOOK-OF-THE-WEEK: Dr. Gayatri Devi, Neurologist at NY’s Lenox Hill Hospital, released “The Spectrum of Hope: An Optimistic and New Approach to Alzheimer’s Disease and Other Dementias.” It details a plan for people with Alzheimer’s to live more empowered and productive lives.
6 Ways Dementia Caregivers Can Feel Less Guilty
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VIDEO & TRANSCRIPT: Caregiving is loving, yet frustrations can trigger guilt. See Dr. Peter Rabins, author of the #1 dementia book “The 36 Hour Day,” share healthy ways to heal caregiver guilt.
Reverse Dementia in Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
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DIAGNOSIS (VIDEO & TRANSCRIPT):
5% of Alzheimer’s cases may really be NPH (Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus), a curable dementia. 400,000 Americans have NPH. Only 11,000 are properly diagnosed. Find out what you can do.
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’ve Got You Under My Skin,” By Dad with Dementia & Son
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Enjoy this great duet between a musician with dementia and his son. A triumph of spirit over Alzheimer’s! Sing-a-long if you like!
Garden of Remembrance
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The aptly titled ‘Garden Of Remembrance’ tells the story of a married couple dealing with the early onset of dementia and the feelings of a husband who’s “Lost between the here and now/Somewhere that he can’t be found” and his wife. Stunning, beautiful & poignant.
“Blank Stares” Inspires Millions for Alzheimer’s
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Raising 20 million dollars for Alzheimer’s, Jay Allen found the courage to write a song about the journey in caring for his mom’s Alzheimer’s.
Inspiring & Uplifting
Film & Music
Teaching Dancing for Dementia
June 10, 2026
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Video: Learn how to use dance effectively in dementia. See how “Bolton Dementia’s Trinity Trotters” evolved their version of dance exercises.
Julianne Moore: Person of the Week
June 9, 2026
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Actress Julianne Moore talks about the dignity of women with Alzheimer’s, as her movie enables the public to see “first-hand” what it’s like to have early-onset Alzheimer’s. Watch.
Mama, It Don’t Bother Me When You Forget My Name
June 3, 2026
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A BEAUTIFUL MUSIC VIDEO: A son, his mother, Alzheimer’s and love.