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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.
How to Manage Challenging Behaviors in Alzheimer's
Medically reviewed by Nicholas R. Metrus, MD
How to Help in Alzheimer's When She Wants to Go Home
Medically reviewed by Nicholas R. Metrus, MD
Thomas Kitwood's Person-Centered Care for Dementia
Medically reviewed by Claudia Chaves, MD
9 Ways to Manage Sundowning (Late-Day Confusion)
Medically reviewed by Isaac O. Opole, MD, PhD
Caring for a Spouse with Alzheimer's or Dementia
Medically reviewed by Claudia Chaves, MD
Bed Alarm Types and Uses for Safety in Dementia
Medically reviewed by Shaheen Lakhan, MD, PhD
18 Tips for Helping Someone With Dementia Shower or Bathe
Medically reviewed by Nicholas R. Metrus, MD
Preserving the Dignity of Dementia Patients
Fact checked by Sheeren Jegtvig
Sharing the Life Story of a Loved One With Dementia
Fact checked by Ashley Hall
Creative Activities for People with Dementia
Fact checked by Ashley Hall
Door Alarms for Wandering in Alzheimer's and Dementia
Medically reviewed by Sarah Rahal, MD
Helping Your Loved One Adjust to a Nursing Home
Medically reviewed by Shaheen Lakhan, MD, PhD
What Not to Do to People With Alzheimer's Disease
Medically reviewed by Huma Sheikh, MD
How to Still Eat Well in Late-Stage Alzheimer's Disease
Medically reviewed by Isaac O. Opole, MD, PhD
13 Ethical Dilemmas in Alzheimer's and Other Dementias
Medically reviewed by Isaac O. Opole, MD, PhD
Coping When Person With Dementia Doesn't Recognize You
Medically reviewed by Claudia Chaves, MD
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
Personal Hygiene and Grooming Tips With Dementia
Medically reviewed by Isaac O. Opole, MD, PhD
How to Respond to Problems With Dressing in Dementia
Medically reviewed by Nicholas R. Metrus, MD
Coping With Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder and Dementia
Medically reviewed by Claudia Chaves, MD
Alzheimer's and Changes in Sexual Behavior
Medically reviewed by Diana Apetauerova, MD
Prevention Tips for Pressure Sores in Dementia
Medically reviewed by Shaheen Lakhan, MD, PhD
The Dangers of Restraining Someone With Dementia
Medically reviewed by Claudia Chaves, MD
The Complete Guide to Challenging Behaviors in Dementia
Medically reviewed by Claudia Chaves, MD
How to Respond to Combative Behavior In Dementia
Medically reviewed by Claudia Chaves, MD
Responding to Hallucinations in Lewy Body Dementia
Medically reviewed by Shaheen Lakhan, MD, PhD
Pill Dispenser Systems for Dementia and Alzheimer's
Medically reviewed by Nicholas R. Metrus, MD
10 Things You Shouldn't Say to Caregivers
Medically reviewed by Diana Apetauerova, MD
Should You Lie to Someone With Alzheimer's Disease?
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
Signs of Infection in Dementia and Alzheimer's
Medically reviewed by Sarah Rahal, MD
When a Loved One With Dementia Gets Scammed
Medically reviewed by Shaheen Lakhan, MD, PhD
Responding to Agitation in Dementia
Medically reviewed by Claudia Chaves, MD
Dementia Effects on Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
Medically reviewed by Claudia Chaves, MD
Causes and Signs of Untreated Pain in Dementia
Medically reviewed by Shaheen Lakhan, MD, PhD
Shadowing in Alzheimer's Disease
Medically reviewed by Shaheen Lakhan, MD, PhD
Recognizing Loneliness and Boredom in Dementia
Medically reviewed by Nicholas R. Metrus, MD
When Your Spouse With Dementia Accuses You of Cheating
Medically reviewed by Nicholas R. Metrus, MD
How to Leave a Loved One With Dementia After Visiting
Medically reviewed by Nicholas R. Metrus, MD
9 Tips for How to Talk With Someone Who Has Dementia
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
Elopement in Dementia Risks and Prevention
Medically reviewed by Shaheen Lakhan, MD, PhD
Meaningful Activities and People With Dementia
Medically reviewed by Shaheen Lakhan, MD, PhD
3 Tips When Someone with Dementia Wants Her Mom or Dad
Medically reviewed by Claudia Chaves, MD
Living With Dementia: Communicating With a Loved One
Medically reviewed by Carly Snyder, MD
Conversation Starters for People With Dementia
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
7 Signs of Caregiver Burnout
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
How to Prevent Wandering in Dementia
Medically reviewed by Isaac O. Opole, MD, PhD
Environmental Triggers of Challenging Behavior-Dementia
Medically reviewed by Nicholas R. Metrus, MD
Causes of Death in People With Alzheimer's Disease
Medically reviewed by Claudia Chaves, MD
14 Reasons for Dementia Caregivers to Call the Doctor
Medically reviewed by Shaheen Lakhan, MD, PhD
The Problems With Elderspeak
Medically reviewed by Diana Apetauerova, MD
Why People Pace in Dementia
Medically reviewed by Nicholas R. Metrus, MD
Why Dementia Causes Rummaging Through Dresser Drawers
Medically reviewed by Huma Sheikh, MD
The Late Stages of Alzheimer's Disease
Medically reviewed by Diana Apetauerova, MD
10 Things to Stop Doing as an Alzheimer's Caregiver
Medically reviewed by Carly Snyder, MD
Sense of Touch for Dementia Patients
Medically reviewed by Sarah Rahal, MD
Tips for Visiting a Person With Late Stage Alzheimer's
Medically reviewed by Isaac O. Opole, MD, PhD
Visiting People With Dementia
Medically reviewed by Sarah Rahal, MD
Government Assistance to Help Pay for Alzheimer's Care
Fact checked by James Lacy