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  • Caregiver Perspective, Emotional, Financial, Uncategorized

Facing Alzheimer’s Disease as a Family Caregiver

Each November, communities across the country come together for National Alzheimer’s Awareness Month and National Family Caregivers Month — a time to raise awareness of the disease, recognize the millions of Americans providing care, and reaffirm our commitment to creating dementia-friendly communities.
  • Caregiver Perspective, Financial, Physical

Shortfall in Neurologists Affects Communities Nationwide

The demand for neurologists has long outpaced the supply of trained physicians specializing in diagnosing and treating brain conditions. For over a decade, experts have identified this growing need for neurologists nationwide and the gaps this shortage creates across our health care system.
  • Caregiver Perspective, Emotional, Financial, Physical

What to Know When Transitioning to Higher Levels of Care with Dementia

Caring for a loved one with dementia is a journey filled with emotional and practical challenges. As the disease progresses, there may come a time when transitioning to higher levels of care, such as memory care or a skilled nursing facility, becomes necessary.
  • Caregiver Perspective, Financial

Celebrating Those Who Care: Family Caregivers Month

By actively showing appreciation and support for caregivers, we can make a positive impact on their well-being and let them know that their efforts are valued.
  • Financial

Free resources for advanced planning available

The National Alzheimer’s and Dementia Resource Center just announced the availability of new, free resources to help caregivers and people living with dementia with advanced planning.
  • Financial

Turning Your Dementia Caregiving into a Viable Business

Caregiving for a loved one with dementia is challenging work. If you have been doing it for a while, it is likely you have honed some marketable skills in the process.
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