A mathematical model simulated patient outcomes when given caregiver support or an expensive Alzheimer’s drug to determine cost and health benefits.
Alzheimer’s disease puts a significant burden on not only the nearly seven million people who have been diagnosed with it, but also the caregivers supporting them. More than 11 million Americans ...
“Overwhelming” is rarely an understatement, but for families caring for loved ones with dementia, that’s exactly what it feels like. And we need help. My husband, Mike, and I were just 29 years old ...
Patients with dementia who participated in a Medicare-funded collaborative care program that provided support and medical advice for caregivers were able to remain in their home communities longer ...
The Alzheimer’s Disease Caregiver Support Initiative unveiled new organizational branding that squarely reflects its focus on ...
"Dementia" is a broad term for cognitive disorders affecting memory, reasoning, and behavior. As dementia progresses, it can become increasingly difficult for patients to carry out everyday tasks ...
Hazardous drinking at baseline was associated with neglect and psychologically aggressive behaviors across 21 days. Daily diaries of drinking and mistreatment showed that instances of neglect and ...
For many Kentuckians with dementia, medical interventions may seem like the only choice, but a new University of Kentucky ...
FORT PAYNE, Ala. (WHNT) — Day-break Adult Day Services, in partnership with the Alzheimer’s Association and Asbury Christian Fellowship, will present the Empowered Caregiver Dementia Education Series ...
New Medicare Dementia Support Program Launches for San Diego Families We’re excited to bring this no-cost dementia care to San Diego. Partnering with Tembo amplifies our ability to support families ...
The Power of Family Advocacy in our Health Care System” is the topic of a Wyoming Dementia Together (WDT) program Wednesday, Feb. 11.