Caring for a family member with dementia can be an all consuming and stressful situation. Safety issues, emotional needs, communication challenges and caregiver burnout are just a few things that must ...

WORDS MATTER – Those suffering from cognitive decline can experience frequent changes in emotions and have less control over their feelings, which can make communication difficult. Here's what to ...

Dementia is often immediately associated with memory loss, but the condition encompasses so much more than just an impaired ability to recall names, dates or events. It is a complex condition that ...

Meaningful conversations, seeking inputs on care and affirming emotions are among the few things that can make a big ...

A new mobile application in Singapore is taking an innovative approach to communications training for caregivers of people with dementia. The Institute of Mental Health (IMH), a tertiary psychiatric ...

Caring for someone with dementia is not a simple medical chore. It is a profound test of character. And as research shows, it ...

Older people living with dementia require ongoing support, understanding, and care. For many family members, caring for their loved one brings many responsibilities. Sometimes, it can be overwhelming.

Assisted living residents living with dementia face significant communication barriers when transferred to emergency departments, and a specialized care coordination program may help bridge gaps, ...

LAKE JUNALUSKA, North Carolina (WLOS) — It’s not science-fiction. A local woman is an Artificial Intelligence (AI) developer and she’s using her expertise to help people with dementia communicate. Her ...

As daylight fades, many people with dementia experience a troubling shift in their behavior known as sundowning. This phenomenon, affecting up to 20% of Alzheimer‘s patients, brings unique challenges ...