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posted 09/10/2009, comments (0)

Care Connection

Hello Frends, Please join us this Thursday evening for Care Connection, a free telephone support network for caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer's disease and related illnesses sponsored by the Alzheimer's Foundation of America and Ask Dr. Jamie. You and other caregivers can participate in this informative and interactive... Read more Chevron

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David Roeltgen, MD

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Neurologist, Professor

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posted 02/11/2009, comment (1)

Your Top Alzeheimer's Questions Answered

Over the last months, we have had some interesting and provocative comments from our readers and I would like to take this opportunity to thank them for both reading this blog and taking the time to put their thoughts into words and replying. Also, I would like to address some of the important issues that the comments raise. First, in... Read more Chevron

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Dr. Paul Solomon, PhD

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posted 10/24/2008, comments (4)

New Alzheimer's Disease Survey Reveals Disparities Between Beliefs and Behavior In Pursuing Diagnosis

Results of this study indicate the need for adults over age 55 to know the signs of Alzheimer's and take immediate action once symptoms are suspected. The Alzheimer’s Disease Screening Discussion Group (ADSDG) was formed in the fallof 2007 to discuss the value of early screening and detection of Alzheimer’s disease and to... Read more Chevron

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AFA Social Services Team

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posted 04/14/2008, comment (1)

Moving a Loved One to Assisted Living: A Checklist

Many callers ask our advice regarding appropriate placement for a loved one who is experiencing increasing difficulty living independently. Assisted Living Facilities (ALF) may be a viable option in the early to middle stages of dementia. For those in more advanced stages of the disease, some ALFs has dementia units that provide a more advanced... Read more Chevron

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