For most older adults, the idea of aging in place and staying at home for as long as possible is an attractive one. In fact, a March 2023 survey of 2,000 adults ages 55 and older conducted by U.S.

Different communication styles are needed for the progressive phases of dementia. Halfpoint Images/Moment via Getty Images R. Amanda Cooper, University of Connecticut Every three seconds, someone in ...

The holiday season can be a stressful time for everyone — but particularly for those living with dementia, as well as their caregivers and loved ones. Statistics show that an estimated 6.7 million ...

LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — As a heat wave sweeps across the region, bringing dangerously high temperatures and triple-digit heat indexes, the Alzheimer's Foundation of America (AFA) is offering crucial ...

Alzheimer’s disease puts a significant burden on not only the nearly seven million people who have been diagnosed with it, but also the caregivers supporting them. More than 11 million Americans ...

New AI glasses for folks with dementia can project visual prompts on the lenses and answer questions to provide more independent living.

Melissa Malone wanted to make last Christmas special for her mother. Her dementia had progressed, and Malone wasn't sure they would get another chance to celebrate together. Caring for a loved one ...

Building a strong medical support team, including primary care physicians, dietitians, therapists, and social workers, is crucial for managing the various needs that arise as Alzheimer’s progresses.

For most older adults, the idea of aging in place and staying at home for as long as possible is an attractive one. However, for seniors who’ve been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or another form ...

Every three seconds, someone in the world develops dementia. There are over 6 million people living with dementia in the U.S. and 57 million globally. These figures will only increase in the coming ...