What is Alzheimer’s Disease? Alzheimer’s disease is the most common type of dementia. According to the CDC, “It is a progressive disease beginning with mild memory loss and possibly leading to loss of the ability to carry on a conversation and respond to the environment.” It affects the parts of the brain that control thought,… Continue reading The Four A’s of Alzheimer’s
Category: Dementia
GUIDE Model for Dementia
In the United States, there are approximately 6.9 million Americans over age 65 with dementia. And 11.5 million unpaid family caregivers, according to the Alzheimer’s Association. A new program, the Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience (GUIDE) Model, was launched in July of 2024 by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). The GUIDE model… Continue reading GUIDE Model for Dementia