Big news from the medical science community regarding two drugs that may be able to modestly slow the progression of Alzheimer’s disease for some patients. The two drugs are Leqembi (lecanemab) and Kisunla (donanemab), and someday they might prevent cognitive decline entirely in people whose brains show signs of disease, but who don’t yet have […]
Alzheimer's and Dementia
Adapting Activities for People With Alzheimer’s Disease
If you have a loved one with Alzheimer’s, it’s important to help them remain active and doing the things they enjoy. However, activities they used to enjoy may become challenging for them as the disease worsens. They may have trouble deciding what to do or starting tasks. As a caregiver, you can learn how to adapt […]
10 Early Signs and Symptoms of Alzheimer’s and Dementia
November is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, and it’s an important time to remember that any memory loss that disrupts daily life may be a symptom of Alzheimer’s or other dementia. Alzheimer’s is a brain disease that causes a slow decline in memory, thinking and reasoning skills. There are a number of key warning signs and symptoms to keep […]
