The Cost of Dementia Care is Bankrupting Us
According to the Genworth Cost of Care Survey, 70 percent of Americans over the age of 65 will require some form of long-term care services … Read more
Basic Facts About Dementia/Alzheimer’s
This category contains blog posts related to basic facts about Dementia and Alzheimer’s.
Anosognosia—When People Don’t Realize They’re Impaired
What to do when a parent with dementia refuses help People who have dementia often refuse care. We misjudge the situation if we assume that … Read more
Is Diagnosing the Specific Type of Dementia Important?
When I first start talking with families about a loved one who’s showing signs of dementia, they often are very concerned about what type of … Read more