African-Americans are more likely to develop Alzheimer's disease than whites, due to their higher rate of vascular disease (diseases involving blood vessels, including heart attack and stroke) – one of the suspected risk factors of Alzheimer's disease.
Review Date: February 19, 2013
Alzheimer's Association
This page links to information about long term care facilities, making the transition to nursing home life, paying for long term care, and more.
Review Date: January 31, 2013
American Health Care Association
If you or someone you care about has Alzheimer's disease, you need to find good care in your community. This page helps you plan ahead in terms of health care, finances, and finding support.
Review Date: January 31, 2013
Alzheimer's Association
Find tips for dealing with the troubling behavior problems and communication difficulties often encountered when caring for a person with dementia. Fact sheets are available in Chinese, Korean, Spanish and Vietnamese.
Review Date: March 07, 2013
Family Caregiver Alliance
This page links to fact sheets covering a variety of caregiving topics, including adult day care, nutrition, incontinence, safety, bathing and more.
Review Date: January 31, 2013
Alzheimer's Association
Alzheimer's caregiving is a tough job, and it's too much for one person to handle alone. No one is equipped to care for another person around the clock. If you are caring for a loved one who has Alzheimer's disease, understand the stress you are facing, and ask for help when you need it.
Review Date: February 13, 2013
Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research
Alzheimer's disease and depression have many symptoms that are alike. It can be hard to tell the difference between them. Learn typical signs of depression, how it is treated, what you can do to help.
Review Date: January 31, 2013
American Academy of Family Physicians
A disaster situation, such as a hurricane or forest fire, can significantly add to the stress and confusion of someone with Alzheimer's. Use these disaster preparedness tips to help you keep your loved one safe during an emergency.
Review Date: March 14, 2013
Alzheimer's Association
This document dispels eight common myths about Alzheimer’s disease, including exposure to metals in dental fillings, aluminum cookware, and more.
Review Date: January 31, 2013
Alzheimer's Association
The Family Caregiver Alliance offers four different online support groups for caregivers and their loved ones, including a group coping with Huntington's Disease and a LGBT caregiver group.
Review Date: January 31, 2013
Family Caregiver Alliance
Contact your local Alzheimer's Association chapter to learn about programs and services available in your area.
Review Date: January 31, 2013
Alzheimer's Association
When taking care of an elderly parent or another relative, family members need to work cooperatively. Here are some points to consider when arranging a family meeting.
Review Date: January 31, 2013
Family Caregiver Alliance
Alzheimer’s disease causes gradual, irreversible changes in the brain. These changes usually cause problems with memory, decision making and self-care. This brochure provides information about Alzheimer's Disease, including suggestions for coping with memory loss, finding your way, doing daily tasks, and more.
Review Date: January 31, 2013
Alzheimer's Association
This fact sheet, which includes puzzles and activities, helps children understand what is happening to a person with Alzheimer’s disease. It also explores the challenges faced by caregivers.
Review Date: January 31, 2013
Alzheimer's Association
This fact sheet will help teens understand what is happening to a person with Alzheimer’s disease. It also explores how challenging it is to take care of someone who has Alzheimer’s. Puzzles are included.
Review Date: January 31, 2013
Alzheimer's Association
There’s a lot you can do to help keep your brain healthier as you age. Find out why it is important to stay physically and socially active, adopt a brain-healthy diet, and more.
Review Date: March 07, 2013
Alzheimer's Association
The decision to place a loved one in a care facility may be the hardest decision families have to make in the course of caregiving. How does one make such a decision? What should one consider? This article provides answers to these questions.
Review Date: January 31, 2013
Family Caregiver Alliance
This multimedia site includes information on Medicare, Medicaid, advance directives,caregiving, and end of life care. Many materials are available in Russian and Spanish.
Review Date: January 31, 2013
Healthy Roads Media
We all know people who seem to blossom after 50, or stay sharp well into old age. Find out what steps you can take now to improve your brain fitness, regardless of your age.
Review Date: January 31, 2013
Dana Alliance for Brain Initiatives
It can feel overwhelming to take care of a loved one with dementia, but neglecting your own well-being can be harmful to both of you. Find a stress checklist here, along with suggested tips on how to be a healthy caregiver.
Review Date: January 31, 2013
Alzheimer's Association
If you or someone you know is experiencing any of the 10 signs of Alzheimer’s Disease, please see a doctor. Early diagnosis gives you a chance to seek treatment and plan for the future.
Review Date: January 31, 2013
Alzheimer's Association
