Caring at home for Alzheimer's or dementia? Comfort Keepers partnered with Dr. Alexis Abramson, Emmy Award-Winning Journalist and Gerontologist. See 10 tips to enhance each day.
Revealing and contains much that is critical for caregivers to know. Easy to find specific information in this helpful, logical layout. The sections on spiritual needs in dementia are also welcome topics.
BOOK OF THE WEEK: The Editors of Brain Games for Adults put together this book of original picture puzzles. The variety of brain teasers make this a perfect gift for people living with dementia.
This grab-bar for cars makes getting in and out an easy affair. It glides into any door-latch. Its heavy-duty construction allows an elderly person to lean on it with their full body weight as they enter or exit their vehicle.
Hearing loss and dementia may be linked, but there is a silver lining here.
Join HDSA for a research webinar, discussing the new FDA-approved medication for treatment of chorea associated with HD in adults.
Amyloid Scans diagnose and treat Alzheimer's, at a hefty price. 11 years after FDA approval, Medicare can finally help.
BOOK OF THE WEEK: A story of love, commitment, faith and courage in the face of a catastrophic dementia diagnosis.
This free "Calendar Clock" app assists caregivers and people with dementia with their daily schedule. This reduces frustrating "time-disorientation." It also offers monitoring, appointments, and video calling. This all provides a sense of security to both caregiver and care-receiver. It is a free application co-created by many real-world users.
Maude's Awards: Recognizing Innovation in Alzheimer's and Dementia Care
PREVENTION & THERAPY INFOMERCIAL: Research shows that for every 10 decibels of hearing loss, the risk of developing dementia increases. Learn how the right hearing aids can lower your risk.
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"I loved and needed to hear these stories. I am living these stories everyday. I loved the humor, the hope and the compassion of each of these authors!"
