Tips for choosing a care facility for a loved one with Alzheimer’s

Caregivers, by definition, provide care, and part of that involves protecting patients or loved ones from physical harm and emotional stress. Troubling news crossed my desk this week in the form of a story out of Brevard County, Florida. Sadly, an elderly woman with dementia and living in a care…

Glen Campbell Dies After Lengthy Battle With Alzheimer’s Disease

Country and pop music legend Glen Campbell passed away on August 7 following complications from Alzheimer’s disease. Although the 81-year-old is most famous for his hit records “Rhinestone Cowboy” and “Wichita Lineman,” according to a report in Rolling Stone magazine, the singer and guitarist sold more than 45 million albums…