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Dementia Caregiver's Guide

Nearly 1 in 10 Americans aged 65 and older are living today with dementia — a disease that has special challenges for family caregivers. Learn about the symptoms, types and early warning signs of dementia and emerging treatments. Get expert advice and tips on the best ways to communicate, establish routines and keep your loved one safe.

Learn About Dementia

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What Is Dementia?

It’s an umbrella term for a loss of memory and thinking skills that has various causes, symptoms and treatments

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What Are the Common Types of Dementia?

Symptoms can vary profoundly depending on which areas of the brain are affected

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What Causes Dementia?

There’s still much to learn about why dementia happens, and the list of risk factors is long

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Dementia vs. Alzheimer’s: Which Is It?

How to understand the difference — and why it matters

Recognizing the Signs

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6 Medical Problems That Can Mimic Dementia

Medicines and infections can cause confusion

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What Are the Early Warning Signs of Dementia?

How to spot early indicators that your loved one may have Alzheimer’s or dementia

Resources for Caregivers

How to Find Streaming TV Shows for Adults With Cognitive Challenges

Whether it’s ‘I Love Lucy’ or classic sports events, TV can elicit waves of warm feelings and even joy

What Caregivers Should Know About Memory Care

Finding the right facility can improve your loved one’s quality of life

Create a Respite Care Plan to Give Caregivers a Break

Learn what services and programs are available to help

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Care Tips to Keep Dementia Patients Safe at Home

Follow these tips to ensure the safety of your loved ones with dementia and Alzheimer’s

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How to Manage 8 Dementia-Related Behaviors

Finding the right solution requires steady sleuthing, calm compassion

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Creative Communication Tactics with Dementia Patients

How to comfort, alleviate stress and meet individuals in ‘their reality’

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Family Caregivers Wonder: What Is My Loved One With Dementia Feeling?

Employing different strategies to help communicate may ease some worries

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