When a family member has Alzheimer’s disease, it affects everyone in the family, including children and grandchildren. It’s important to talk to them about what is happening. How much and what kind of information you share depends on the child’s age and relationship...
Many people worry about becoming forgetful. They think forgetfulness is the first sign of Alzheimer’s disease. But not all people with memory problems have Alzheimer’s. Other causes for memory problems can include aging, medical conditions, emotional...
By Damien Sharkov Source: http://www.newsweek.com/alzheimers-bill-gates-vows-help-cure-dementia-50m-investment-709153 Billionaire and co-founder of Microsoft, Bill Gates, has pledged around $100 million in the fight against brain-wasting diseases, earmarking half of...
Help us fight Alzheimer’s Disease! The GreenFields Continuing Care Community will be participating in the Walk to End Alzheimer’s on September 16, 2017. To donate to our team, please visit The GreenFields team page here. All proceeds go to the...
By: The Coalition of NYS Alzheimer’s Association Chapters It might feel challenging to communicate with people at varying stages of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. Keeping the following communication strategies in mind at any stage can help ease the task....
