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 ...

What are the best in-home care options for seniors with dementia? More family members and seniors are considering in-home care as a superior option to traditional nursing home facilities. In-home care ...

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 ...

Medically reviewed by Smita Patel, DO Key Takeaways Establish a predictable daily routine to minimize confusion and agitation.Communicate using clear, simple sentences and give time for ...

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 ...

After an initial pilot program, Medicare has introduced a new model for treating patients with dementia this year. The Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience Model, called GUIDE, is a voluntary ...

The number of adults with dementia is growing — and so is the number of family members who step in to help. A St. Louis-based nonprofit is trying to meet their needs. John Ludwig knew he needed ...

Medicare offers help for caregivers of dementia patients but getting the word out has not been easy. People who work in ...

Brain Health Tips: "There are things you can do to reduce your own risk of developing dementia. These include keeping active, ...

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — A new Medicare program is giving local dementia patients and their caregivers more affordable options for in-home support and respite care. The initiative, known as GUIDE, short ...

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — The Jewish Home is trying to improve the quality of life for people with dementia and those with memory loss by opening a new center, “The Clare & Jerry Rotenberg Center for ...