You stole their wallet. It was in the drawer where they left it. There’s a stranger that’s been standing outside. No one is out there. They are talking to their wife. Their wife has been dead for years and the room is empty. There’s someone in the basement that is trying to break in. No… Continue reading Is Alzheimer’s Changing What Your Loved One Believes Is Real?
Category: Dementia
What Helps When Alzheimer’s Causes Agitation, Confusion, or Anger in Your Loved One
Many caregivers of people with Alzheimer’s expect memory loss, but they are often surprised when their loved one gets agitated, confused, restless, angry, or even aggressive. These behavioral changes can be frightening! The good news is that these behaviors usually happen for a reason. Understanding why they occur can help you respond more effectively and… Continue reading What Helps When Alzheimer’s Causes Agitation, Confusion, or Anger in Your Loved One
Helping You Get the Neurological Care You Need from Home with Synapticure
At PatientsLikeMe, we know that living with a neurological condition can be overwhelming, not just for the person experiencing it, but for families and caregivers too. That’s why we’re excited to partner with Synapticure, a virtual neurology clinic that’s transforming the way people get care. Why Synapticure Exists Synapticure was started by Sandra Abrevaya and… Continue reading Helping You Get the Neurological Care You Need from Home with Synapticure
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
What is Alzheimer’s Disease?
Nearly 7 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease and experts predict that by the year 2050, this number will rise to nearly 13 million. In 2024, Alzheimer’s was the 6th leading cause of death. Whether you are living with Alzheimer’s or are a caregiver to a loved one with Alzheimer’s, the experience from the… Continue reading What is Alzheimer’s Disease?