As our loved ones age, the concern for their health, particularly cognitive well-being, becomes a natural focus. Dementia, a condition profoundly affecting memory, thinking, and daily functioning, can ...

Caring for a parent with dementia at home presents unique challenges, particularly in ensuring their safety and well-being. As cognitive abilities decline, individuals with dementia may become more ...

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 ...

New report finds 'catastrophic failures' in the current system to support youngsters living with the condition.

The holiday season is filled with shopping, packed family dinners and busy schedules. It's a time of great joy, but for people living with dementia, the holidays can also be a very confusing time. The ...

1. Start legal, financial, and medical planning now, not later. The experts are emphatic on this: early planning reduces ...

ELK GROVE -- For those getting ready to celebrate Dad or the father figures in their life this Father's Day, one father-and-son duo serves as a reminder to take a moment to pause and simply soak it ...

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 ...

Abramowitz founded and directed the Melabev organization, initially a place where volunteers worked with dementia patients whose families wanted to keep their loved ones out of institutions.

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