The Social Services Team at the Alzheimer's Foundation of America (AFA) frequently receives questions from caregivers regarding rummaging or hoarding behavior by loved ones. These behaviors are common among individuals with Alzheimer's disease or a related dementia. We would like to share some tips for caregivers whose loved ones are... Read more
Please join us Thursday evening on Care Connection for a live discussion with our host, Dr. Jamie Rotnofsky, a professional coach and psychotherapist. You and other caregivers can listen in on this interactive discussion for information and support. Please join us!Topic: Caring for your Loved OneThursday, 1/10/08 at 9 pm Eastern TimeCall toll... Read more
As we ring in another year, the Alzheimer's Foundation of America (AFA) would like to extend our best wishes for 2008. Most of us make New Year resolutions at this time. May we suggest one? We hope that one of your resolutions will be to reach out for help. As you face daily challenges or as new issues arise as Alzheimer's... Read more
A lot has been written about keeping our brains active to reduce the likelihood of developing Alzheimer's disease. If a loved one develops Alzheimer's disease or another dementia, it is equally important for the person to maintain as high an activity level as possible to hold off the damaging effects of the disease. The adage "use it... Read more
Please join us Thursday evening on Care Connection for a prerecorded discussion with Dr. Richard E. Powers, renowned expert on brain diseases and chairman of AFA's Medical Advisory Board. You and other caregivers can listen in on this interactive discussion for information and support. Please join us!Topic: Current and Future Medications... Read more
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