As extreme weather, in the form of scorching temperatures, occurs across the country, more and more Americans are living in areas where they are vulnerable to the adverse effects of climate extremes.…
Facts That Caregivers May Not Know ABout Summer Allergies
If you or your loved one with Alzheimer’s disease (AD) suffers from allergies, you may already know that the season is NOT limited to springtime. In fact, summer allergy symptoms can actually be…
Can Gardening Help with Alzheimer's?
If you are a caregiver with a passion for gardening, you may be interested in learning about a book named “A Calendar Year of Horticultural Therapy, How Tending to Your Garden Can Tend to Your Soul,”…
The Importance of Clinical Trials for Alzheimer’s Treatment and Prevention
Q: What are clinical trials and why are they so important to the future of Alzheimer’s treatment and prevention? A: Clinical trials are studies performed by scientists and medical research professionals…
Age Related Eye Disorders in Seniors with Alzheimer's Disease-Part I
If you are a caregiver for a senior with Alzheimer’s disease (AD), you may be interested to learn about recent studies on age related macular degeneration- the most common cause of vision impairment and…
3 Technical Tools for Long Distance Caregiving
If you are a long distance caregiver, you probably already know about the many frustrations that accompany the job of caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease (AD) from a remote location.…
Quick Health Screening for Caregivers
Caregiving for a person with Alzheimer’s disease (AD) may be one of the most challenging, yet rewarding, roles in life. While most caregivers can precisely identify each of their loved one’s social, emotional,…