2016 Alzheimer’s Congress
February 1, 2016
No Comments
The 2016 Alzheimer’s Disease Congress will take place in London on the 7th through the 9th of June, 2016. Find out more.
Historical
RVT-101 Alzheimer’s Trial Offers Lunch-and-Learn Sessions and Memory Screenings
January 26, 2016
No Comments
VIDEO + ARTICLE: In an effort to educate potential volunteers to try RVT-101 in a clinical trial, the MINDSET STUDY is trying something new. Doctors
Destigmatizing Dementia
January 18, 2016
No Comments
VIDEO: Many people live well with dementia. At the same time, misconceptions of the people they know and meet can make life harder than it
An Unintended Journey: A Caregiver’s Guide to Dementia
January 10, 2016
No Comments
BOOK OF THE WEEK: Explores different types of dementia, tips on alternative types of care, caregiver stresses, how testing is done, legal problems, and creative
Kirk Douglas: You Haven’t Learned How to Live Until You’ve Learned How to Give
December 30, 2015
1 Comment
VIDEO + ARTICLE: Screen legend Kirk Douglas celebrated his 99th birthday. Instead of receiving gifts, he used the occasion to give one — $15 million
9 Puzzles for Dementia
December 20, 2015
1 Comment
GIFT OF THE WEEK: Brain-exercising puzzles may slow the progress of dementia and improve mood. They offer a great way to get a mental workout.
B. Smith Wanders for 50 Miles in NY
November 26, 2015
No Comments
VIDEO: Last Thanksgiving, B. Smith, a famous restauranteur and former model stricken with Alzheimer’s, wandered off. She traveled more than 50 miles before being found.
Flickers Diagnose Dementia Simply & Accurately
November 23, 2015
2 Comments
Can a flickering light predict dementia, diagnose it and measure its progress? University of Georgia researchers think it can. Patients watch a flickering light that
10 Books on Self-Care for Caregivers
November 17, 2015
7 Comments
HEALTH TIPS: Caregivers, are you taking care of you? You can only care for somebody as much as you care for yourself. Whether family-caregiver or
Axovant Developing 2 Drugs, 3 Programs for Lewy Body Dementia
November 10, 2015
1 Comment
Axovant launches nelotanserin and 3 new clinical programs to treat Lewy body dementia. Also, their drug RVT-101 for Dementia with Lewy Bodies and Alzheimer’s gets
You Might Also Like
Recent Stories
A Story of the Superhero Mom Battling Alzheimer’s
December 22, 2025
Watch this inspiring story of living with and fighting against this disease.
10 Gift Ideas When Living with Alzheimer’s
December 22, 2025
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.
Leqembi Prescriptions Could Rise Sharply. Why?
December 21, 2025
Alzheimer’s treatment eligibility may be far larger than previously thought. A major Nature study using blood tests suggests millions more older adults could qualify for treatment than current use reflects. As diagnosis becomes easier, demand for drugs like Leqembi could shift sharply.
On Trend
Most Popular Stories
Seeing the Same GP Improves Dementia Treatment
People with dementia who were consistently seen by the same General Practitioner (GP) are given fewer medicines and are less likely to be given medicines that can cause problems, according to researchers at University of Exeter. Learn more.
I Will Remind You
A deep promise to be there for an Alzheimer’s parent, this heartwarming song was written as a tribute to families facing dementia.
Memory & Amyloid
Amyloid is one of the leading culprits behind Alzheimer’s. Scientists know it damages memory by killing brain cells. Now research reveals how amyloid triggers memory loss in perfectly healthy brain cells as well. Learn more about how Alzheimer’s develops.
Taking a Walk Improves Brain Health
Getting out into the fresh air and taking a walk does good things for your brain and well-being, researchers say.
Get The Latest Updates
Subscribe To Our Weekly Newsletter
No spam, only news and updates.
Books On This Site
What Does Living with Alzheimer's Feel Like?
Few movies and books capture the Alzheimer's experience like Dr. Lisa Genova's "Still Alice." See Lisa describe how "Still Alice"…
5 Communication Tips for Dementia Caregivers
TALKING TO PEOPLE WITH DEMENTIA IS VITAL when getting together. Check out 5 handy communication tips and books.
Don't Walk Away from Alzheimer's
There is a choice we make when a loved one gets Alzheimer's. Walk away, or don't walk away. Marilyn's Mom…
The Original Picture Puzzle
BOOK OF THE WEEK: The Editors of Brain Games for Adults put together this book of original picture puzzles. The…
Explaining Alzheimer's to Young Children: A Compassionate Guide
Explaining Alzheimer's to young children can be a daunting task. Here are 10 easy suggestions for explaining Alzheimer’s to young…
The Easiest Way to Sell More Alzheimer’s Books—Week by Week
Selling Alzheimer's books takes time - buyers rarely commit right away. Smart authors plan for the long game, offering gentle,…
You Are Not Alone: Dealing with Lewy Body Dementia
All a caregiver for Lewy Body Dementia needs to know, from symptoms to diagnosis to care for their loved one…
The Compassionate Guide to Dementia for Caregivers
Discover compassionate, practical and proven strategies to navigate dementia care confidently, ensuring the well-being of both you and your loved…
Thoughtful Dementia Care - Understanding the Dementia Experience
BOOK OF THE WEEK: Thoughtful Dementia Care is today’s best book on understanding the dementia experience. An easy-to-read, sensitive portrayal…
15 Simple Things You Can Do to Know Your Are Trying Your Best Caring for a Loved One with Dementia or Memory Loss
FREE DOWNLOAD: This booklet is rich with care practices based on research by highly-credentialed investigators.
