Educating and spreading awareness can help reduce behaviors that propagate stigma and dehumanizing treatment of people with ...
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 ...
An estimated 6.7 million Americans over the age of 65 live with Alzheimer’s, so it's important to know the early signs of ...
Do: Keep decorations simple. Decorating is part of the holiday season fun, however, too much stimulation may be challenging for someone with dementia. Keep decorations festive, but simple. Instead of ...
For many, the holiday season is a joyful time to gather and celebrate with loved ones. It’s a time for sharing and reconnecting, often with larger groups — and occasional commotion. However, for ...
Guest columnist Mary Ertle is program director for the Alzheimer’s Association Cleveland Area and Greater East Ohio chapters. Winter weather conditions -- the colder temperatures, snow, ice and early ...
Living with dementia doesn’t have to mean letting go of food preparation. Here’s how you can make the kitchen safer and more accessible for those with this condition. Use specific tools such as ...
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS)—The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America is offering tips for celebrating the holidays with a family member or friend who is living with dementia. Jennifer Reeder is the ...
RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America has provided five tips to help families, friends and partners to create a special Mother’s Day for those living with Alzheimer’s disease or ...
COLORADO (KREX) — On Thursday, the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) is advising tips and strategies for caregivers who may be taking a Labor Day weekend trip with a family member who has ...