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 ...

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 ...

As a caregiver for a loved one with Alzheimer’s or memory loss, you likely dedicate significant time to learning how to meet their ever-evolving needs. Fortunately, a new study suggests that regular, ...

Melissa Malone wanted to make last Christmas special for her mother. Her dementia had progressed, and Malone wasn't sure they would get another chance to celebrate together. Caring for a loved one ...

It is important to take seriously the challenges we face in life. However, taking it all in stride has a host of benefits and is highly recommended. There is a delicate balance between the two. The ...

Dear Carol: My mother, who has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, repeats the same question multiple times an hour. I know that’s typical behavior with Alzheimer’s, but it’s driving me nuts. I start out ...

Here are the biggest stories you might have missed in the week of March 1-March 7.1. Arkansas awards Medal of Freedom to fallen Navy SEAL Adam BrownArkansas lea Hot Spring County Sheriff's Office ...

Valentine’s Day often takes a different form for families impacted by dementia, as individuals may struggle to communicate or remember shared moments. The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America states the ...

Wimborne Care Home on Hayling Island is a home for residents who may be frail or living with dementia. It has 47 light and ...

Every three seconds, someone in the world develops dementia. There are over 6 million people living with dementia in the U.S. and 57 million globally. These figures will only increase in the coming ...