Unsurprisingly, an Alzheimer’s diagnosis brings sadness, fear, and uncertainty. It’s a grueling journey for millions of patients and their families across the world. Upon diagnosis, patients and families search for treatments, answers, and – most of all – hope. Importantly, clinical trials for Alzheimer’s bring scientific advances that bring us closer to a potential cure […]
Alzheimer's/Dementia
Care Homes for Dementia Patients: When Is It the Right Time?
No one wants to ask this question. But here you are, wondering if it’s time to consider moving a loved one with dementia into a care home. If you care for someone with dementia, you have seen the small things, maybe a word missed here or there, or a cup of tea in the wrong […]
Hospice Care for Dementia Patients – Everything You Need to Know
Dementia is a destructive illness that affects millions of people around the world. It can be very challenging and complex for those with dementia and their loved ones. Hospice care for dementia patients can address the needs of patients and their families, making this difficult time a bit easier for everyone. Read below to learn […]
How to Care for a Loved One with Dementia
If you care for a loved one with dementia, you know how challenging it can be – physically and emotionally. This article provides information on some of the biggest dementia care challenges and shares valuable caregiving tips to help you care for a loved one with dementia. How common is dementia? According to the World […]
Diagnosing Alzheimer’s
It’s scary to consider that you, or a loved one, may have Alzheimer’s disease, the most common type of dementia. Alzheimer’s disease involves the parts of the brain that controls thought, memory, and language. As you may have observed in others, Alzheimer’s can gradually make it hard to carry out even the simplest of daily […]
