The fear, grief and anger a caregiver experiences when a family member is afflicted with one of several forms of dementia are thoroughly examined in Dr. Macie P. Smith's newly-released book, A ...

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) — Alzheimer’s disease takes a toll not only on the person who has it, but also on their caregivers as well. Tuesday in Virginia Beach, the Alzheimer’s Association is running ...

UVA researchers have developed a new system that can help caregivers of Alzheimer’s patients. This voice monitoring system uses AI to detect anger or stress in a caregiver’s mood. Once the device is ...

As a caregiver, it’s crucial to prioritize your own well-being. Carve out moments for yourself — whether that’s savoring a cup of coffee with a friend, enjoying lunch with a family member, or simply ...

November is National Family Caregivers Month and National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month. Family caregivers are the backbone of our long-term services and supports system. Through their efforts, ...

PHILADELPHIA - Contrary to what researchers expected, placing a loved one with dementia in a nursing home does not make caregivers feel better. In fact, most were just as depressed and anxious after ...

Dear Carol: My dad has mid-stage Alzheimer's. I visit regularly to give my mom a break from caregiving. Mom seems to handle the changes in Dad quite well, but I'm ashamed to say I often don't. I know ...

Editor’s Note: The following column was originally published Nov. 30, 2019. Thanks to breakthroughs in medicine and nutrition in recent years, we are living longer than ever before. But this increase ...

Dementia is a complex condition that not only affects an individual’s cognitive abilities but can also take a toll on their emotional and mental health. These changes can be challenging for the ...

What can caregivers do to de-stress? Though caring for someone with Alzheimer’s or other dementias can be rewarding at times, it can also be terribly stressful for caregivers and families. It is ...