Alzheimer’s & Related Dementias Info from the CDC
In 2020, an estimated 5.8 million Americans aged 65+ had Alzheimer’s and is projected to triple to 14 million people… Read More »Alzheimer’s & Related Dementias Info from the CDC
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Supporting Seniors in the “New Normal”: Tips for Combating Social Isolation and Loneliness
Seniors (aged 55+) have been more isolated than younger demographics during the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond. Here are tips for… Read More »Supporting Seniors in the “New Normal”: Tips for Combating Social Isolation and Loneliness
Tips for Changes in Communication and Behavior for People With Dementia
Communication can be hard for people with Alzheimer’s and related dementias because they have trouble remembering things. You may feel… Read More »Tips for Changes in Communication and Behavior for People With Dementia
Self-Care Strategies for Around-the-Clock Unpaid Caregivers
About one in five Americans are unpaid caregivers and struggle with many of the same challenges.
Ten Tips for Coping with Behavior Changes in Alzheimer’s Patients
Caregivers cannot stop Alzheimer’s-related changes in personality and behavior, but they can learn to cope with them. Here are some… Read More »Ten Tips for Coping with Behavior Changes in Alzheimer’s Patients
6 Tips for Reducing Confusion in Older Patients after Surgery
The aging brain is vulnerable to anesthesia and surgery, but there is research that provides guidance to decrease these risks.
