Dementia affects a person's memory, problem-solving ability, and social skills. About 60-70% of the people with dementia have Alzheimer's disease. The majority of people with dementia live in the community, cared for by family members and friends. Much of the information provided on this page applies to the care of people with Alzheimer's disease and to people with other dementias.
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Get tips on how to improve verbal and nonverbal communication with a person who has Alzheimer's disease. |
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Get tips to deal with changes in personality and behavior that are common in people with Alzheimer's disease. |
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Get safety tips and advice for helping someone with Alzheimer's disease take a bath or shower, care for their teeth and nails, get dressed, and more. |
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Get home safety tips for a person with Alzheimer's or a related dementia. Learn about home safety products, potential dangers, injury and fall prevention, and more. |
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Get tips to involve people with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias in daily activities and outing, including gardening, going out to eat, and traveling. |
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Looking for respite care or help with Alzheimer's caregiving? Learn about supportive resources like home care, adult day care, meal services, and hospice. |
Changes in Communication Skills Related to Alzheimer's Disease
Managing Personality and Behavior Changes in Alzheimer's
Bathing, Dressing, and Grooming: Alzheimer's Caregiving Tips
Home Safety and Alzheimer's Disease
Adapting Activities for People with Alzheimer's Disease
Getting Help with Alzheimer's CaregivingTo learn more about caring for a person with dementia and other health concerns, visit the National Institute of Aging website at https://www.nia.nih.gov/.
This project has been funded in whole or in part with Federal Funds from the National Library of Medicine, National Institutes of Health, Department of Health and Human Services, under Grant Number 1UG4LM012346 with the University of Iowa.
