As my husband’s caregiver, I have days when I wake up and don’t want to move. I just want to cry. He’s gone mentally, but ...

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 ...

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 ...

Valentine’s Day often takes a different form for families impacted by dementia, as individuals may struggle to communicate or ...

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 ...

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 ...

Oct. 24—NEW YORK — With Halloween just a week away, the Alzheimer's Foundation of America (AFA) is offering five tips for family caregivers to help their loved ones with Alzheimer's disease and other ...

Being a caregiver for a loved one can be challenging, both physically and emotionally, especially while trying to celebrate the holidays. The Oklahoma Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association says ...

DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) -The holiday season can be a stressful time for many, but for the 80,000 dementia caregivers in Iowa the holidays can be especially challenging. In fact in Iowa, nearly 30% of ...

The Alzheimer's Foundation of America is offering support to families and caregivers of dementia patients, providing four tips to show C.A.R.E on Valentine's Day.

Dear Cari: My wife has dementia and constantly picks at real and imaginary imperfections on her arms and causes them to bleed. She does this when I’m not watching, and often at night. It’s not only ...