Alzheimer's & Dementia Care

Anger and aggression is common among Alzheimer's patients, yet it's often hard to tell if it's a result of the disease or a side effect of the medications used to treat it.

Doctors and researchers often recommend music therapy for people with Alzheimer's disease or dementia.

A person with Alzheimer's disease is legally responsible for paying their credit card debt or other debt unless you can prove that they were not competent at the time they spent the money.

It is best to approach your husband with facts and information if he isn't being sensitive and understanding of your mother's Alzheimer's disease.

Yelling profanities is a behavior associated with Alzheimer's disease, but it does not mean your elderly father has Tourettes.

If your elderly mother is showing signs of dementia, getting her doctor involved is the best way to tell an elderly parent they have dementia.

Telling family that an elderly parent has Alzheimer's Disease is a hard discussion to have. Here are some tips that can help caregivers break the news.

If your elderly father forgets pick up the mail, a daily money manager might be able to help.

It's heartbreaking to hear a loved one say, “I want to go home,” regardless of whether they’re already in their own house or now living in a senior living facility. How can family caregivers help calm and comfort them without giving them false hope?

Dementia caregivers face many obstacles to ensuring their loved ones receive proper eye, hearing and dental care. In the later stages of dementia, it may not be sensible to subject seniors to these routine check-ups unless there is an urgent medical need.

Many of us feel alone when we are trying to care for our aging parents. When we have one parent who has dementia, it is hard. When both are diagnosed, it is often nearly unbearable.

When your elderly parent has dementia or Alzheimer's enter you father's reality wherever he may be. What your father is thinking and feeling is his reality. It is counterproductive to change it.

Alzheimer’s is indeed a devastating diagnosis for anyone. Spend as much time as you can enjoying the things your family likes to do while taking steps to plan for the future.

Exercising the right to vote is an inherently American activity. Many individuals with cognitive impairment are enthusiastic about contributing to the democratic process, but are they mentally capable of casting ballots?

It's a scary time when your loved one is diagnosed with Alzheimer's. You know dementia will eventually rob your loved one's memories and then his or her life, leaving you to wonder, "How long does it take to die from Alzheimer's?"

Dementia caregivers must frequently choose between correcting their loved ones or validating their distorted perceptions of reality. A family caregiver shares the unique approach she used to interact with her elderly father.

When a senior develops dementia, behavioral changes like verbal outbursts and aggression often come as a shock to family members. Explore tips and advice for coping with excessive cursing.

Is an elderly loved one becoming increasingly moody? Tense? Using profanity? Exhibiting more bizarre behavior? These symptoms could be signs of Alzheimer's disease.

I found that reading caregiving statistics helped me feel less alone, especially the one about: “More than 50 million Americans are taking care of a family member or friend--and 20 million of them are Baby Boomers caring for an aging parent.”

Most seniors (and their family caregivers) share a common goal: avoiding nursing home placement. But when an elder’s needs increase, it’s important to recognize when it’s time for a higher level of care.