Dementia is a silent, yet devastating condition that slowly steals the essence of our loved ones. Watching my elderly parents grapple with dementia has been one of the most challenging experiences of ...

Readers respond to Michelle Cottle’s essay about her experience with her parents and the growing caregiver crisis.

Taking care of middle-aged patients means we doctors occasionally encounter one who is in distress because a parent has been ...

Caring for a parent with dementia is one of the most emotionally complex journeys you can take. It’s not just about managing their day-to-day needs—it’s about navigating grief, exhaustion, and a ...

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.

Not long ago, I had coffee with my friend Jill whose father had recently passed away. He had suffered from dementia for more than a year, but no one picked up on it until the disease had progressed ...

Dementia is a challenging illness for both the person experiencing it and their loved ones. As a child of a parent with dementia, you may find yourself struggling with feelings of guilt, especially ...

For members of the so-called "sandwich generation," doing double-duty caregiving can take a toll. Serving as a caregiver for a parent with dementia while also caring for kids and maintaining social ...

Dementia is a thief. It robs people of their memories and decision-making abilities. Something as simple as writing a check or taking medication becomes difficult or impossible. If one of your parents ...

Dementia disrupts daily life but routine offers vital grounding and comfort. Experts emphasize that predictable schedules, familiar personal care and identifying agitation triggers are crucial.