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Three former First Ladies personally understand the caregiving experience November is National Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month and National Family Caregivers Month. Three former First Ladies — Hillary Clinton, Nancy Reagan and Rosalynn Carter (left) — have put their heart into crusading for caregivers, serving as passionate advocates because they have taken the caregiving journey themselves. Read the blog >> Honor a caregiver >>

Studies show that Alzheimer's may be evident years before symptoms Researchers studying Alzheimer's disease are finding clues that the brain may begin to deteriorate years before a person shows symptoms of dementia. New studies have found that the brains of people destined to develop Alzheimer's clearly show changes at least 20 years before they have any cognitive impairment. This may lead to opportunities for early detection and treatment. Read the article >>     Alzheimer's affects kids and teens who know adults with the disease When a friend or family member has Alzheimer's, kids and teens may feel upset, confused or scared. The Alzheimer's Association has resources to help them learn about the disease and understand how it affects them. It's important for them to know they're not alone. Learn more >>   Caregiver resource links Alzheimer's Behaviors >> Caregiver Stress Check >> Comfort Zone® >> Coping with Alzheimer's >> Daily Care >>   Find a Clinical Trial >> Long-Distance Caregiving >> Music, Art and Other Therapies >> Support Groups >> Planning Ahead >> Stop by our brain gym Exercise your brain and test your skills. Solve today's puzzle >>

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