Midlands mother faces Younger-Onset Alzheimer’s with help from best friend

When most people think of Alzheimer’s disease, they typically picture it affecting grandparents or older loved ones. But for ...
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Alzheimer’s Walk shows bond between friends amid loss

The Central Ohio Walk to End Alzheimer’s is just over a week away and it will include teams from all over the greater ...
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Dementia Friends

What Makes You a Dementia Friend?You become a Dementia Friend by attending a one-hour informational session to learn about ...

Asking Eric: It is hard to host relatives while juggling dementia; here’s a fix you haven’t thought of

Dear Talked Out: Gentle but clear redirection might help. “I’m excited to talk to you about [X] but when we talk, I sometimes have trouble interjecting. It would mean a lot to me if you’d ask me about ...

‘Forgetful Friends’ choir proves music can reach where memory cannot

In Manassas, Va., a choir for people with memory loss and their caregivers shows how music can spark joy, connection, and remembrance.

Hurricanes are stressful. Here’s what caregivers of people with dementia should know.

Caregivers of people with dementia can effectively prepare for and navigate weather emergencies. The most important thing is to stay calm when communicating plans.
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This simple diet could help protect memory, even with Alzheimer’s genes

A Mediterranean-style diet was linked to lower dementia risk, especially in people with high-risk Alzheimer’s genes. The strongest benefits were seen in those with two APOE4 copies, showing diet may ...