Mealtimes can be challenging for people with Alzheimer’s disease and their caregivers. However, creating a routine with familiar foods, a consistent time and setting, and pleasant conversation, are a few ways to make mealtimes easier. View this infographic for tips to simplify mealtimes for a person with Alzheimer’s.
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Many people wonder if the health information they find online is reliable. Some websites provide up-to-date medical news and reliable health information, while others do not. The following questions can help determine which sites are trustworthy. Answers can sometimes be found in a website’s “About Us” section. Learn more about why each of these questions is
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As a caregiver discussing your loved one’s care and treatment preferences in advance can help you and the person prepare for the future. Starting the conversation early is especially important if the person has been diagnosed with a condition that affects their cognitive health, such as Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia. Use these
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Problems managing money can be one of the first noticeable signs of dementia. To provide support while respecting the person’s independence, a family member or trusted friend can help by: Learn more ways you can help a loved one with dementia manage their finances.
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This Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month, NIA is pleased to announce the launch of the Alzheimers.gov Virtual Assistant. Visitors to Alzheimers.gov can get connected to the answers they need on a range of topics, such as the signs of dementia, planning after a diagnosis, finding care and local services, and more. The virtual assistant is
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If you’re new to caregiving, you may be taking on new tasks, learning medical terms, and coordinating complex schedules. Use these tips to help you navigate caregiving: Learn more about caregiving and steps that can help you get started.
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Communication can be difficult for people with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. It may not be possible to stop certain behaviors caused by Alzheimer’s, but caregivers can learn how to handle challenging behaviors and be more prepared when they occur. Watch this video to learn tips that can help manage behavior changes in Alzheimer’s.
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