By John Becker, Ph.D. – Helpline Volunteer “Is this Alzheimer’s disease?” That’s a question I’ve often been asked by frightened patients or family members during my career as a clinical psychologist. Helping people answer...
Advocacy / Alzheimer's and dementia caregiver voices / Caregiving
by Alzheimer's Association · Published February 23, 2017
On February 7th, 2017, more than 150 people from California gathered in Sacramento to attend the Alzheimer’s Association State Advocacy Day. The passionate advocates braved severe weather and travel delays to come together and...
Steve Schwalbach lives in Kentucky but he will be running from Tahoe to San Francisco this September to honor his mother and raise awareness about Alzheimer’s disease. Read his story below. How did your...
by Alzheimer's Association · Published February 14, 2017 · Last modified February 21, 2017
San Francisco Giants catcher Trevor Brown is a home-grown California hero. He grew up in Valencia, began his baseball career at UCLA, and was picked up by the Giants organization in 2012 at the...
There are over 34 million unpaid caregivers in the United States (AARP, 2008). Spouses, children, grandchildren, extended family, neighbors and friends step in and provide help with everyday needs of individuals from all walks...
Walnut Creek resident Lisa Rubino has had a challenging journey with Alzheimer’s and the grief that came with losing her husband. Yet she found the strength to channel her emotions and passion for cooking...
Alzheimer's and dementia caregiver tips / Caregiving
by Alzheimer's Association · Published December 13, 2016 · Last modified August 20, 2018
Music and art can enrich the lives of people with Alzheimer’s disease. Both allow for self-expression and engagement, even after dementia has progressed. Music Music can be powerful. Studies have shown music may reduce...
Alzheimer's and dementia caregiver tips / Caregiving
by Alzheimer's Association · Published December 8, 2016 · Last modified August 20, 2018
People with Alzheimer’s and other dementias can live in their homes as long as safety measures are in place. As Alzheimer’s progresses, a person’s abilities change. But with some creativity and problem solving, you...
