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2. Alzheimer's & Dementia

Alzheimer's Symptoms

• Article - Common Myths About Alzheimer's Disease

  Nine Alzheimer's myths clarified. This and other resources on Alzheimer's disease are available in Caring.com's Alzheimer's & Dementia page.

• Article - How to Tell if Your Parent With Alzheimer's Needs Assisted Living

  How to tell if your parent with Alzheimer's needs assisted living. These questions will help you decide whether your parent needs more assistance.

• Checklist - 8 Signs to Watch for if You Suspect Alzheimer's

  Alzheimer's Symptoms. How to recognize Alzheimer symptoms. The 8 symptoms to watch for if you suspect your parent has Alzheimer's disease.

• Article - The Stages of Alzheimer's Disease

  The Stages of Alzheimer's Disease. A comprehensive guide on what to expect during each Alzheimer's stage.

Questions & Answers

• Question - What if my dad's doctor doesn't think it's Alzheimer's?

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• Question - How should I tell my mom's friends that she has Alzheimer's?

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• Question - Can Alzheimer's affect how someone feels about the outdoors?

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• Question - Should I continue to encourage my mom to be social, even as her Alzheimer's worsens?

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• Question - Should my mom's house remain unchanged even though she has memory problems?

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• Question - Does stress affect Alzheimer's?

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• Question - How can I make a hospital stay easier for my mother with dementia?

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Tips & Reflections

• Tip - Add Color to Bathwater for Alzheimer's Patients

  Keep your parent safer in the bath by adding a color...

• Tip - Mirrors Can Be Friend or Foe to Someone With Alzheimer's

  As your parent's Alzheimer's disease progresses, keep...