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Alzheimer's Disease for Caregivers

As an Alzheimer's caregiver, you will need different skills to navigate the stages of the condition. Learn how to handle day-to-day challenges, improve communication, and address behavior issues.
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In Sickness and in Health: Caring for a Spouse with Dementia
Medically reviewed by Claudia Chaves, MD
Older man sitting up in bed writing in his journal
Types of Bed Alarms and Uses for Safety in Dementia
Medically reviewed by Shaheen Lakhan, MD, PhD
older man taking a shower in a bathtub
18 Tips for Helping Someone With Dementia Shower or Bathe
Medically reviewed by Nicholas R. Metrus, MD
Caregiver combing hair of woman with dementia
Learn How a Caregiver Can Help Protect the Dignity of Dementia Patient
Fact checked by Sheeren Jegtvig
woman looking at old pictures of family members
How and Why to Share the Life Story of a Loved One With Dementia
Fact checked by Ashley Hall
A Meaningful Activity: Woman with Dementia Using Her Artistic Gifts
What Are Some Creative and Meaningful Activities for Dementia?
Fact checked by Ashley Hall
Elderly woman walking outside
Types of Door Alarms to Improve Safety for Wandering in Dementia
Medically reviewed by Sarah Rahal, MD
Woman kissing the top of grandmother's head
6 Ways to Help a Dementia Patient Adjust to Their Nursing Home
Medically reviewed by Shaheen Lakhan, MD, PhD
An older man sits outside with his wife holding him
Learn About What You Shouldn't Do to People With Alzheimer's Disease
Medically reviewed by Huma Sheikh, MD
A woman helping an elderly man eat
How to Get the Best Nutrition in Late-Stage Alzheimer's Disease
Medically reviewed by Isaac O. Opole, MD, PhD
Senior woman sitting by window
13 Ethical Dilemmas in Alzheimer's and Other Dementias
Medically reviewed by Isaac O. Opole, MD, PhD
Recognizing Themselves in an Old Photo
How to Cope When a Loved One With Dementia Forgets Who You Are
Medically reviewed by Claudia Chaves, MD
Senior woman talking and gesturing at dinner party
How to Respond to Confabulation in Dementia
Medically reviewed by Diana Apetauerova, MD
Home Safety Tips for People With Dementia
Medically reviewed by Shaheen Lakhan, MD, PhD
elderly woman brushing her teeth
9 Practical Tips for Personal Hygiene and Grooming Issues in Dementia
Medically reviewed by Isaac O. Opole, MD, PhD
An older man getting dressed with help from his daughter
Does Your Loved One With Dementia Wear the Same Clothes Every Day?
Medically reviewed by Nicholas R. Metrus, MD
A woman repeatedly cleaning her glasses
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Behaviors Can Develop With Dementia
Medically reviewed by Claudia Chaves, MD
Senior couple kissing and laughing
Discover How Alzheimer's Disease Can Cause Odd Sexual Behavior
Medically reviewed by Diana Apetauerova, MD
One way to prevent pressure sores is to make sure shoes fit well
Try These 23 Prevention Tips for Pressure Sores in Dementia
Medically reviewed by Shaheen Lakhan, MD, PhD
A man with dementia sadly sits in his chair
Discover the Real Dangers of Trying to Restrain Someone With Dementia
Medically reviewed by Claudia Chaves, MD
Challenging Behaviors in Alzheimer's Disease
Why Do Challenging Behaviors Develop With Alzheimer's?
Medically reviewed by Claudia Chaves, MD
combative elderly person
How to Respond to Combative Behavior From People With Dementia
Medically reviewed by Claudia Chaves, MD
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Responding to and Treating Hallucinations in Lewy Body Dementia
Medically reviewed by Shaheen Lakhan, MD, PhD
A Pill Box Is One of the Simplest Ways to Keep Medicines Organized
Pill Dispenser Systems: Organization for Dementia Medications
Medically reviewed by Nicholas R. Metrus, MD
Woman brushing an elderly woman's hair
Don't Say These 10 Things to Caregivers If You Want to Help
Medically reviewed by Diana Apetauerova, MD
Senior Couple Comforting Each Other
Should You Lie to Someone With Alzheimer's Disease?
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
A Fever Is One Sign of Infection
Signs Your Loved One With Dementia Has an Infection
Medically reviewed by Sarah Rahal, MD
An elderly man look for some money from his wallet
Is Your Loved One With Dementia Getting Scammed Too Easily?
Medically reviewed by Shaheen Lakhan, MD, PhD
Agitation in Dementia Can Be Distressing
How to Relieve and Prevent Agitation in Dementia
Medically reviewed by Claudia Chaves, MD
Haircare: Part of ADLs
How Dementia Can Make Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) More Difficult
Medically reviewed by Claudia Chaves, MD
man clutching his head in pain in bed
How to Spot Untreated Pain in Dementia
Medically reviewed by Shaheen Lakhan, MD, PhD
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Coping and Responding to Shadowing in Dementia
Medically reviewed by Shaheen Lakhan, MD, PhD
Boredom and Loneliness in Dementia
Our Call to Recognize and Treat Loneliness and Boredom in Dementia
Medically reviewed by Nicholas R. Metrus, MD
Man with woman who looks ashamed
When Your Spouse With Dementia Accuses You of Cheating
Medically reviewed by Nicholas R. Metrus, MD
Senior woman covering her mouth with her hand
How to Handle Leaving a Loved One With Dementia After Visiting Them
Medically reviewed by Nicholas R. Metrus, MD
senior man talking to middle aged man
9 Tips for How to Talk to Someone Who Has Dementia
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
Older hand with key in a door
How Can Elopement in Dementia Be Prevented?
Medically reviewed by Shaheen Lakhan, MD, PhD
senior man with young woman and little boy
Reasons Why Meaningful Activities Are Important in Dementia
Medically reviewed by Shaheen Lakhan, MD, PhD
Mother and Daughter
3 Tips on Responding When Someone with Dementia Wants Her Mom or Dad
Medically reviewed by Claudia Chaves, MD
Grandmother and granddaughter looking at phone
Living With Dementia: What to Say When Grandma's Not Nice
Medically reviewed by Carly Snyder, MD
Daughter and Mother with Dementia Looking at Pictures on Her Phone
Using Conversation Starters When Talking to People Who Have Dementia
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
Caregiver and man in wheelchair
7 Signs of Caregiver Burnout
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
Man leading an older woman with a walker
Prevent Wandering in Dementia by Understanding Its Common Causes
Medically reviewed by Isaac O. Opole, MD, PhD
Too much noise can contribute to challenging behaviors in dementia
6 Environmental Causes of Challenging Behaviors in Dementia
Medically reviewed by Nicholas R. Metrus, MD
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Causes of Death in People With Alzheimer's Disease
Medically reviewed by Claudia Chaves, MD
Doctor on the Phone looking at paperwork
14 Reasons for Dementia Caregivers to Call the Doctor
Medically reviewed by Shaheen Lakhan, MD, PhD
A woman covering her face with her eyes closed
Learn Why Elderspeak Can Be Demeaning and Harmful
Medically reviewed by Diana Apetauerova, MD
man's feet walking
Learn How to Respond to Pacing Behaviors in Dementia Patients
Medically reviewed by Nicholas R. Metrus, MD
Rummaging in Dementia Can Be a Challenging Behavior
Why Do People With Dementia Rummage Through Drawers and Cupboards?
Medically reviewed by Huma Sheikh, MD
Senior woman at nursing home
What Are the Late Stage Symptoms of Alzheimer's Disease?
Medically reviewed by Diana Apetauerova, MD
Woman sitting on a patio at sunrise with a cup of coffee
10 Things to Stop Doing as an Alzheimer's Caregiver
Medically reviewed by Carly Snyder, MD
An older man talking to his doctor
How Your Touch Can Make a Difference for People with Dementia
Medically reviewed by Nicholas R. Metrus, MD
dementia and caregiving
How to Visit a Loved One with Late Stage Dementia
Medically reviewed by Isaac O. Opole, MD, PhD
Senior patient undergoing medical treatment talking to doctor in outpatient clinic
Discover These Tips for Visiting People With Dementia
Medically reviewed by Sarah Rahal, MD
Senior Couple walking down the hallway of a care facility
Get Help Paying for Alzheimer's Care Through These Programs
Fact checked by James Lacy