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Respite Care Can Provide Short-term Relief For Caregivers

by Chrishun BrownJuly 28, 2021July 28, 2021Leave a comment

Respite care can be a lifesaver for primary caregivers.

Home safety tips for People With Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia

by Chrishun BrownJuly 16, 2021July 8, 2021Leave a comment

Caregivers and family members can make improvements to make the home a safer place for people living with dementia.

Managing Medicines For Someone With Alzheimer’s Disease

by Chrishun BrownJune 30, 2021June 29, 2021Leave a comment

People with Alzheimer's disease may take medicines to treat the disease itself, mood or behavior changes, and other medical conditions. Some medicines allow people with Alzheimer's disease to be more comfortable and independent for a longer time. Caregivers can ensure…

Frequently Asked Questions About Hospice Care

by Chrishun BrownJune 23, 2021June 23, 2021Leave a comment

To learn more about hospice care, check out these frequently asked questions:

Check Out the New Community Health Workers Resource Guide

by Chrishun BrownMarch 31, 2021March 31, 2021Leave a comment

Community Health Workers: A Resource for Healthy Aging and Addressing Dementia, is a valuable tool to use and pass along to communities that include resources & trainings for Community Health Workers. Download your copy today!

How to Recognize When an Aging Parent Needs Help

by Chrishun BrownMarch 5, 2021March 8, 2021Leave a comment

When caring for an aging parent from afar, it can be hard to know when your help is needed. Your parent may not want to worry you or may be embarrassed to admit that he or she cannot handle certain daily activities. You may recognize differences in their behavior. These signs may seem small, but they are crucial for an aging parent’s safety and well-being.

Make Caring for Yourself a Priority in the New Year

by Chrishun BrownJanuary 4, 2021December 31, 2020Leave a comment

Taking care of yourself — physically and mentally — is one of the most important things you can do as a caregiver for a person with Alzheimer’s disease. This new year, make yourself a priority and take actions to relieve…

Holiday Tips for Alzheimer’s Caregivers During COVID-19

by Chrishun BrownDecember 14, 2020December 3, 2020Leave a comment

Holidays can be meaningful, enriching times for people with Alzheimer’s disease and their families. Maintaining or adapting traditions helps all family members feel a sense of belonging and identity. For a person with Alzheimer’s, this link with a familiar past…

Tips to Help a Person with Alzheimer’s Stay Safe at Home During the Holidays

by Chrishun BrownNovember 25, 2020November 24, 2020Leave a comment

People with Alzheimer’s disease may not see, smell, hear, and/or remember things as they used to. You can identify and remove potential home hazards to make life safer and easier for them. Consider the following tips to help prevent accidents…

Telehealth and Dementia Care

by Chrishun BrownOctober 12, 2020October 7, 2020Leave a comment

Telehealth uses video calling and other technologies to support patients and their caregivers at home. By making dementia care and education more accessible, telehealth can help manage dementia issues at home before a crisis happens. Telehealth can help improve dementia…