Author name: Raj C. Shah, MD

I am geriatrician and an Associate Professor in the Department of Family Medicine and the Rush Alzheimer's Disease Center.

Latest Dementia Care Practice Recommendations Emphasize Person-Centered Care

The Alzheimer’s Association has released new dementia care practice recommendations aimed at helping nursing homes, assisted-living facilities and other long-term care and community care providers deliver optimal quality, person-centered care for those living with Alzheimer’s and other dementias. The recommendations are as follows: Alzheimer’s Association 2018 Dementia Care Practice Recommendations Below are the 10 articles

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Caregivers for Alzheimer’s and Dementia Face Special Challenges (1st Part)

You are not alone. Whether you need information about (1st Part) early-stage caregiving, (2nd Part) middle-stage caregiving, or (3rd Part) late-stage caregiving, the Alzheimer’s Association is here to help. EARLY STAGE CAREGIVING In the early stage of Alzheimer’s, most people function independently. He or she may still drive, take part in social activities, volunteer and even

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Adapting Activities for People with Alzheimer’s Disease

Doing things we enjoy gives us pleasure and adds meaning to our lives. People with Alzheimer’s disease need to be active and do things they enjoy. However, don’t expect too much. It’s not easy for them to plan their days and do different tasks. People with Alzheimer’s may have trouble deciding what to do each

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NEWS YOU CAN USE!

Your Alzheimer’s Association Plate is Coming! $23 of the annual $25 renewal fee comes back to the Alzheimer’s Association to provide care, support, educational and awareness programs. We’ve Got Big News! JANUARY 2018 UPDATE: The state has approved the final design (see image above) and detailed letters are being sent to all residents that reserved

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