Articles On:Alzheimer’s / Dementia

August 27, 2026

The Beauty of Art for People with Dementia

A creative and enriching program, Opening Minds Through Art, demonstrates the benefits of art for ...

A participant and volunteer making arts as part of Opening Minds Through Art, reaping the benefits of art for people with dementia

August 24, 2026

Problems with Finances Can Be a Sign of Dementia

Financial mistakes and missteps can begin as early as five years before an official dementia ...

difficulties with finances can be a sign of dementia, as this woman stares dejectedly at her financial records

August 19, 2026

Ten Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s Disease

Memory loss that disrupts everyday life is not a normal part of aging. It may ...

A worried man, concerned about the signs of Alzheimer's

Checklist for Choosing a Memory Care Facility

In choosing a memory care facility for your loved one, you’ll want to be sure ...

In choosing a memory care facility, you want to ensure that the people can care for your loved one. Here, a nurse aide gives a woman some water. Alexander Raths

Home Care or Memory Care? A Personal Story

Was keeping him at home the right decision? Seniors Guide writer Terri Jones asks this ...

A confused man stares ahead as his wife tries to comfort him. By Katie Nesling. Seeing a loved one with a dementia slip gradually away from us is painful. Seniors Guide looks at understanding and managing dementia grief. and later at the decision: home care or memory care

Danny Glover Reveals Alzheimer’s Diagnosis

“Things are going to be different and changing,” said Danny Glover when he revealed his ...

WEST HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 16: (L-R) Danny Glover and Danielle Deadwyler attend Netflix's "The Piano Lesson" Los Angeles Tastemaker Screening at The London West Hollywood at Beverly Hills on November 16, 2024 in West Hollywood, California. (Photo by Presley Ann/Getty Images for Netflix) “Things are going to be different and changing,” said Danny Glover when he revealed his Alzheimer’s diagnosis. He and his daughter, Mandisa, appeared on the “Today” show.

Struggling with Forgotten Appointments

A 66-year-old continues to struggle with forgotten appointments. She not only feels bad for the ...

A senior marking her calendar because of forgotten appointments.

Music and Dementia: A Beneficial Connection

Can music help someone with Alzheimer’s disease? Dr. Nathan Seven of Mayo Clinic looks at ...

A man with dementia listening to music in a wheelchair

Ease the Transition to Memory Care

The move to a memory care facility can be difficult for the new resident and ...

Quality staff can help ease the transition to memory care, as with this nurse interacting with the resident. Picsfive

One Family’s Story of Dementia Delusions

Watching a loved one decline inevitably brings feelings of grief. When the loved one displays ...

A trouble elderly man with dementia delusions and wife trying to comfort him. Fizkes