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Families caring for loved ones with dementia can enhance engagement indoors during winter through tailored activities. The Alzheimer’s Association suggests games, reminiscing, cooking, creativity, and personal care to improve quality of life.
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The 2025 Walk to End Alzheimer’s encourages community participation to raise awareness and funds. New locations include Fairbanks, with events scheduled across Alaska in September.
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Over 8,400 Alaskans have Alzheimer’s, with 25,000 caregivers. Recent breakthroughs in treatment, diagnosis, and support highlight the urgent need for continued resources in combating this disease.
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The holiday season poses unique travel challenges for caregivers of individuals with dementia. Preparation, awareness of conditions, and support networks can enhance safety and enjoyment.
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The Alzheimer’s Association’s 2024 Holiday Gift Guide offers tailored gift ideas for individuals with Alzheimer’s and their caregivers, emphasizing thoughtful choices for all disease stages.
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November is National Family Caregiver Month, emphasizing the importance of recognizing caregiver stress associated with Alzheimer’s care. Strategies for managing stress, such as seeking support and practicing self-care, are essential for caregiver well-being.
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November is National Family Caregiver Month, emphasizing the importance of recognizing caregiver stress associated with Alzheimer’s care. Strategies for managing stress, such as seeking support and practicing self-care, are essential for caregiver well-being.
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November is National Family Caregivers Month and Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month, emphasizing support for caregivers of those with Alzheimer’s. Offer emotional help, respite care, education, task assistance, and encouragement to ease their journey.
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As the seasons change, we have the opportunity to celebrate and honor the rich cultural histories and traditions within our communities. This year, the Alzheimer’s Association is highlighted Hispanic and Latino Heritage Month by exploring major Hispanic and Latino regions around the world. Alzheimer’s Association staff had the chance to learn more about cultures around
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With new treatments that can change the course of the disease, and new tools that can help detect changes in the brain years before symptoms, there has never been a more exciting time in Alzheimer’s research. At the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference (AAIC) in Philadelphia and online from July 28 to August 1, researchers shared the latest
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