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Alzheimer's / Dementia Alzheimer's / Dementia Symptoms / Diagnosis Treatment Coping From Esther Heerema, MSW, your Guide to Alzheimer's / Dementia Do you have a loved one with Alzheimer's or another kind of dementia? If so, you're probably well aware of the challenges involved in, and the importance of, maintaining a healthy relationship with that person. Read on for some practical tips on how to do that. Maintaining Healthy Relationships with Loved Ones with AD Over the last several years, I've observed many families and how they've coped with the challenges of Alzheimer's in their loved one. The following suggestions are born not out of scientific research, but rather from my observations of courageous ...Read more See More About:  caregiver overload  what to expect in middle stage alzheimer's  coping with challenging behaviors September Is World Alzheimer's Month- Join the Cause World Alzheimer's Month- What is it? It's a time set aside by the Alzheimer's Association to highlight Alzheimer's and other dementias. Why? 35 million people worldwide are affected by dementia. Maybe... Read more Activities in Dementia: Going Beyond Bingo I've got nothing against bingo; it has its place, and for some people with dementia, it's a great activity. But there are many other possibilities for engaging activities that sometimes... Read more Why Designate a Power of Attorney for Healthcare? For many people, the thought of being sick enough that someone else would have to make medical decisions for them isn't exactly comforting. And yet, the peace of mind that... Read more Alzheimer's / Dementia Ads Alzheimers Dementia Dementia Care Dementia Care Home Care Dementia Elderly Dementia Featured Articles Glossary Alzheimer's Basics Signs and Symptoms of Alzheimer's Disease Diagnosing Alzheimer's Disease Treatment Options for Alzheimer's Disease If You Have Alzheimer's Disease   More from About.com Plan a Caribbean Vacation Whether you're planning a romantic escape, a girlfriend getaway, or an active family vacation we've got the resources you need. Read more...> How to Eat Locally Eating locally has many benefits, the food is fresher, tastes better, and has less environmental impact. But how can you get started? Read more...> This newsletter is written by: Esther Heerema, MSW Alzheimer's / Dementia Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Alzheimer's / Dementia newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com   Must Reads What Is Alzheimer's Disease? Symptoms of Alzheimer's Disease Diagnosing Alzheimer's Disease Treatment of Alzheimer's Disease Coping With Alzheimer's Disease Advertisement