Will the Current Method of Cognitive Assessment Stand the Test of Time?...My grandma had a doctor's appointment recently, which included a basic cognitive screening questionnaire. Her answers indicated she is experiencing moderate cognitive...reactionscomments
Caring for a Pet Can Help People With Alzheimer's...During the pandemic, my mom moved from another state to live with my family and me. She has an Alzheimer's diagnosis and...reactions4comments
Caregiving and Alzheimer's: Coping with Your Anger...After my mom was diagnosed with Alzheimer's, I was really angry. I felt like I was being robbed of my mom and...reactions7comments
The Better to Hear You With...We know the story of the Big Bad Wolf and Little Red Riding Hood. "What big ears you have," said Little Red...reactions1comment
Coping with Mid-Stage Alzheimer's...Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive disease that is often broken down into three general stages: early (also called mild), middle (moderate), and...
Alzheimer’s Disease: Your Healthcare Team...If you have Alzheimer’s disease, or think you may have it, there are many doctors that can help. As with any chronic...
Feeding Tips: Maintaining Good Nutrition for People with Alzheimer's...As Alzheimer’s disease progresses, it often gets more difficult to do many basic things like walking, talking, and eating. Many people also...
Early-Stage Symptoms...Alzheimer’s disease has 3 stages: early, middle, and late. Early-stage symptoms are the mildest. People with early-stage Alzheimer’s may still function independently...
What Is Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease?...Most individuals with Alzheimer's disease are diagnosed after the age of 65, which is classified as late-onset. It is generally accepted that...
Common Complications of Alzheimer’s Disease...As a person with Alzheimer’s ages, symptoms will change and often worsen. In addition to symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease, a person may...
Aducanumab: Is It Right For You?...Editor's note: the Aduhelm (aducanumab) drug recommendations have changed since its original FDA approval in June 2021. You can see all updates...reactionscomments
Finding the Right Words With Help From My Brother...Recently I was able to go to Florida for vacation. We went last year so it made since to go to the...reactions1comment
Expressing Myself: Contending With Communication...I was always known by my friends as having the "gift of gab" – whatever that means. But since my Alzheimer's diagnosis...reactions4comments
Struggles with Food...As my husband's Alzheimer's progresses he struggles more and more with certain types of food. I first noticed him having difficulty cutting...reactions3comments
What to Look For In A Dementia-Friendly Senior Home...When looking for a senior home for your loved one, especially one who lives with dementia, it can be tempting to judge...reactions3comments
Community Views: Tips for New Caregivers...Finding yourself in the role of caregiver for a loved one with Alzheimer's is overwhelming. How do I do this? What do...reactions1comment
All in the Family: Moving Mom Into Our Home...People wonder what it is like having their loved one with dementia live with them and how it will impact the family...reactions1comment
Join the Conversation: 6 Alzheimer's Forums to Check Out Today!...The forums section of AlzheimersDisease.net has long been a place where caregivers and people living with Alzheimer's can find support from one...reactions2comments
What Kind of a Person Am I Becoming?..."Look at the squirrels." And with that the discussion began. My loved one was able to describe what she was seeing in...reactions17comments
The Benefits of Home Hospice Care for Family Caregivers...It can be difficult to know what the best option is when a loved one (LO) is diagnosed with a terminal illness...reactionscomments
