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The Alzheimer’s Dance-Yoga & Exercise Thing

August 13, 2023 1 Comment

People with dementia are enjoying yoga and dance classes at the Alzheimer’s Association. See why caregivers find the classes “EXTREMELY helpful.”

Jason Answers Questions About His Life with Dementia

August 10, 2023 1 Comment

What’s it like having early-onset dementia? Find out today from Jason, who shares his answers with viewers who have asked about his experiences and those of his wife Leslie.

Aphasia: Word Jumbles in Alzheimer’s

August 9, 2023 9 Comments

Aphasia affects a person’s ability to communicate. It affects language functions, such as speaking, understanding what others say, and naming common objects. Learn its causes, types and a few tips.

Redirecting Dementia

August 3, 2023 No Comments

Gary, a former dentist living in a dementia care center, gets confused — and it worries him. See staff “redirect” him and relieve his anxiety.

Cuddly Robotic Pet Boosts Mood in Dementia

August 2, 2023 No Comments

Researchers in Florida find that robotic pet cats improve mood, behavior and cognition in older adults with mild to moderate dementia. Find out more.

Sundowning Care from Sunset ’til Sunrise

July 30, 2023 No Comments

For 12 years, a special program called “Dusk ‘Til Dawn” has been successfully fighting sundowning.

How ‘Dementia Villages’ Work

July 27, 2023 No Comments

Can miniature towns make dementia care more humane? Designers of The Hogeweyk dementia village in Netherlands believe so.

Care Tip: Stop Correcting Them!

July 20, 2023 No Comments

Teresa Youngstrom is a registered nurse. She offers a quick tip for caregivers, friends and family when visiting or living with someone with dementia to help smooth the way. Watch now.

Seeing the Same GP Improves Dementia Treatment

July 12, 2023 No Comments

People with dementia who were consistently seen by the same General Practitioner (GP) are given fewer medicines and are less likely to be given medicines that can cause problems, according to researchers at University of Exeter. Learn more.

Experience 12 Minutes in Alzheimer’s on the Virtual Dementia Tour

July 2, 2023 3 Comments

A 12-minute virtual Alzheimer’s tour helps care professionals understand and teach more than they ever imagined about dementia. Learn what a loved one with dementia is going through. Find out what the “Community Edition” has to offer.

Teepa: Mother’s Day Recommended Activities

May 11, 2025

TEEPA SNOW MOTHERS’ DAY TIPS: Check out these Alzheimer’s care tips for USA’s Mothers’ Day, compiled by Dementia-specialist Teepa Snow and Senior Helpers.

Custom Photo Placemats Foster Meaningful Connections

May 7, 2025

Meals have always been the time to gather, share, and celebrate life. Make
meals more meaningful, foster social connections, and bring people closer together with a custom, one-of-a-kind photo placemat.