For most older adults, the idea of aging in place and staying at home for as long as possible is an attractive one. In fact, a March 2023 survey of 2,000 adults ages 55 and older conducted by U.S.

Different communication styles are needed for the progressive phases of dementia. Halfpoint Images/Moment via Getty Images R. Amanda Cooper, University of Connecticut Every three seconds, someone in ...

LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — As a heat wave sweeps across the region, bringing dangerously high temperatures and triple-digit heat indexes, the Alzheimer's Foundation of America (AFA) is offering crucial ...

Alzheimer’s disease puts a significant burden on not only the nearly seven million people who have been diagnosed with it, but also the caregivers supporting them. More than 11 million Americans ...

As a caregiver for a loved one with Alzheimer’s or memory loss, you likely dedicate significant time to learning how to meet their ever-evolving needs. Fortunately, a new study suggests that regular, ...

Caring for individuals with dementia is a labor of love that demands unwavering dedication and an ocean of patience. As a caregiver, the journey is a tapestry woven with moments of immense joy, ...

"Dementia" is a broad term for cognitive disorders affecting memory, reasoning, and behavior. As dementia progresses, it can become increasingly difficult for patients to carry out everyday tasks ...

As Thanksgiving approaches, families are gathering together for celebrations, but when navigating the challenges of dementia, ...

Moving can be overwhelming at any stage of life. But it's exponentially more difficult for older adults with Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia, for whom any change in routine or ...

The holiday season can be a stressful time for everyone — but particularly for those living with dementia, as well as their caregivers and loved ones. Statistics show that an estimated 6.7 million ...

Paranoia is a common symptom of dementia, and it’s one of the hardest to deal with. Though there isn’t a definitive stage of dementia when paranoia appears, it’s most often observed in the later ...

For most older adults, the idea of aging in place and staying at home for as long as possible is an attractive one. However, for seniors who’ve been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or another form ...