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Alzheimers Disease
Alzheimer's Glossary 
This is a glossary of terms related to Alzheimer's disease.... Details >
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Caregiver Guide
Also available in: Spanish
Finding out that a loved one has Alzheimer's Disease can be stressful, frightening, and overwhelming. As you begin to take stock of the situation, here are some tips that may help. ... Details >
Alzheimer's Disease Education and Referral Center, National Institute on Aging
Caregiving - Alzheimer's Association
This page links to fact sheets covering a variety of caregiving topics, including adult day care, eating, incontinence, safety, and more.... Details >
Caregiving: Maintain your support network
Being the primary caregiver for a person with any chronic illness is stressful. But Alzheimer's is one of the most stressful illnesses a caregiver can face. ... Details >
Dementia Information Page
Dementia is not a specific disease. It is a descriptive term for a collection of symptoms that can be caused by a number of disorders that affect the brain. People with dementia have significantly imp... Details >
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, National Institutes of Health
Depression and Alzheimer's Disease
A fact sheet that discusses depression and Alzheimer's disease and how a caregiver can recognize depression in a family member or patient with Alzheimer's disease.... Details >
Disaster preparedness from the Alzheimer’s Association
A disaster situation, such as a hurricane or forest fire, can significantly add to the stress and confusion of someone with Alzheimer's. This can lead to unsafe and distressing behaviors, such as wand... Details >
Dispelling Myths about Alzheimer’s
This document dispels some common myths about Alzheimer’s, including memory loss is a natural part of aging, Alzheimer’s disease is not fatal, aspartame causes memory loss, and more.... Details >
Find Your Chapter: Alzheimer's Association
Contact your local Alzheimer's Association chapter to learn about programs and services available in your area. ... Details >
Forgetfulness: It's Not Always What You Think
Also available in: Spanish
A lot of people experience memory lapses. Some memory problems are serious, and others are not. People who have serious changes in their memory, personality, and behavior may suffer from a form of bra... Details >
Alzheimer's Disease Education and Referral Center, National Institute on Aging