Dementia and Alzheimer’s Care

Alzheimer’s affects more than 40 million people worldwide and is one of the most common causes of dementia. However, finding a solution to this disease is still something that eludes researchers today. Getting a yearly eye test can be a way to pick up early signs of Alzheimer’s and early involvement can be beneficial to family…

People living with dementia and Alzheimer’s disease may experience increased confusion, anxiety, restlessness, or agitation later in the day. These symptoms are commonly referred to as sundowners syndrome or sundowning. In this guide, we’ll explain what sundowners syndrome is, common symptoms and triggers, and caregiving strategies that may help support a loved one…

It’s quite common for those with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia to experience sleep problems. They often can’t fall asleep and are restless throughout the night. What makes it even worse is that inadequate sleep can actually worsen dementia – it can be an endless cycle. Caregivers cite night wandering and confusion as the…

While we understand more about Alzheimer’s disease today than ever before, there’s still much we don’t know about it.  More research is still needed to provide answers that can help to prevent, slow, or cure the disease. What we do know is that Alzheimer’s disease is becoming more prevalent by the day, as…