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Worth a Listen: Living in the ‘Gray Area’ of Aging

Gray Area Podcast

A podcast from Columbia students on growing older around New York City

JUNE 8, 2018 | By Grace Birnstengel

What We Know and Don’t Know About Memory Loss After Surgery

Memory Loss After Surgery

POCD is a relatively unknown but common condition, especially among older adults

MAY 21, 2018 | By Judith Graham, Kaiser Health News

The Dementia That Is Often Misdiagnosed

Frontotemporal Dementia

Frontotemporal dementia, or FTD, can be particularly hard on loved ones

APRIL 9, 2018 | By Kevyn Burger

New Cottages Designed for Older Adults With Dementia

Dementia Cottages

Use of daylight, warm colors and a person-centered approach make a difference

APRIL 5, 2018 | By Bill Ward

When Is It Time to Hire Dementia Care Help?

Don't wait until you're in an emergency situation

APRIL 2, 2018 | By Madeline Vann, Caring.com

When Your Parent Doesn’t Know He Has Dementia

It's a common aspect of the disorder, but tough on caregivers

MARCH 28, 2018 | By Emily Gurnon

Americans with Alzheimer’s Now Number 5.7 Million

The Alzheimer's Association's annual count reflects the aging population

MARCH 20, 2018 | By Beth Baker

Are You Being Helpful or Ageist for People with Dementia?

Offers of support may be perceived as bias

MARCH 12, 2018 | By Denise Logeland

Your Family Caregiving Stories of Hardship and Hope

Family Caregiving Stories

Readers told us what it's like to be a family caregiver

FEBRUARY 23, 2018 | By Emily Gurnon

Would You Want to Know Your Risk of Alzheimer’s?

Risk of Alzheimer's

There's little chance now of finding out, but that may change

FEBRUARY 22, 2018 | By Joan Mooney

What It’s Like to Live in a Dementia Care Unit

An entrepreneur wanted to know, so she checked herself in

FEBRUARY 6, 2018 | By Jay Newton-Small

88-Year-Old Recaptures Seventeen Magazine Model Moment

A memory care center helped one resident with Alzheimer's reclaim her famed past

FEBRUARY 2, 2018 | By Grace Birnstengel

Treating Behavioral Symptoms of Dementia Without Drugs

Behavioral Symptoms of Dementia

The evidence for potential solutions like aromatherapy and pet therapy

FEBRUARY 1, 2018 | By Emily Gurnon

Could Getting More Sleep Help Stave Off Alzheimer’s?

Sleep and Alzheimer's

A neuroscientist explores the matter in his new book, 'Why We Sleep'

JANUARY 9, 2018 | By Debbie Galant

9 Tips on Visiting Someone With Dementia

Avoid common pitfalls and make the most of your time together

DECEMBER 28, 2017 | By Dave Singleton, Caring.com

Can a Better Diet and More Exercise Delay Dementia?

Three clinical studies will test that question in the next few years

DECEMBER 11, 2017 | By Joan Mooney

One Millennial’s Early Start in Fighting Alzheimer’s

Despite prevailing attitudes, the disease affects all generations, he says

NOVEMBER 29, 2017 | By Walter Dawson

Can You Dance Yourself to Better Brain Health?

Studies have been promising, but more research is needed

NOVEMBER 14, 2017 | By Joelle Klein

Memory Cafes Offer Connection in Dementia

Caregivers and people with the condition come to feel supported

NOVEMBER 6, 2017 | By Cheryl Alkon

Stories Help Caregiving Pros Know the Person Within

The creator of MemoryWell says insight into a person's past leads to better care

NOVEMBER 1, 2017 | By Adam Wahlberg

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