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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: Knowing When to Ask for Help
Also available in: Spanish
This document discusses normal age-related changes in memory, as well as more serious memory problems, such as dementia. Tips for keeping your memory sharp are provided.... Details >
Alzheimer's Disease Education and Referral Center, National Institute on Aging
Glossary of Terms - Alzheimer's Disease Research Center
This is a brief glossary of thirteen terms related to Alzheimer's disease.... Details >
Educational Institution--Follow the Resource URL for More Information
Home Safety for People with Alzheimer's Disease
Also available in: Spanish
This booklet is for those who provide in-home care for people with Alzheimer's Disease (AD) or related disorders.... Details >
Alzheimer's Disease Education and Referral Center, National Institute on Aging