Dementia & Alzheimer’s Care
Dementia is a term for a group of diseases that affect the brain and cause serious memory loss and difficulty thinking, reasoning, communicating, and performing familiar tasks, as well as changes in personality and behavior. It results from the progressive loss of brain cells and worsens over time. Though Alzheimer's disease is the most common type, there are many forms of dementia.
The first step in following up on symptoms is finding a doctor you feel comfortable with. Many people contact their regular primary care physician or internist about their concerns regarding memory loss, who will evaluate your overall health and identify any conditions that could affect how well your mind is working.
Your doctor may refer you to a neurologist who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of Alzheimer's and other dementias.
Caregiver Support
Caring for someone who has Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia can be a difficult physical, emotional, and mental challenge. Our Dementia & Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support program provides information, education and support to caregivers managing the complex needs of those living with a dementia.
