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Chosen by our staff and reviewed by experts in the field.

Changing Care Providers

Why Participate in a Clinical Trial?

Ethical and Care Issues

Medicare

Get the latest updates on Medicare coverage for Alzheimer's and other dementias.

Coronavirus (COVID-19): Tips for Dementia Caregivers in Long-Term or Community-Based Settings

Research

Ethical and Care Issues

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Choosing Care Providers

Legal Planning

Residential Care

Different types of facilities provide different levels of care, depending on the person's needs.

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Our Commitment to Research

Our Impact

Medication Safety

Use these safety tips to help avoid medication-related problems.

Medication Safety

Use these safety tips to help avoid medication-related problems.

Differential Diagnosis of Alzheimer's Disease

Resolving Family Conflicts

Dealing with Alzheimer's can bring out many strong emotions. Get strategies to help your family cope.

E-news Archives

Rhode Island

Governance

Is Alzheimer's Genetic?

Family history is not necessary for an individual to develop Alzheimer’s or other dementias, but scientists know genetics (hereditary factors) are involved.

Alzheimer’s Ambassador Program

The Holidays and Alzheimer’s During COVID-19

Holidays can be challenging for families living with Alzheimer's or other dementias. Get tips for celebrating safely during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Why We Advocate

Planning for Care Costs

Learn about common care costs and financial documents you'll need.

What is Alzheimer’s Disease?

Alzheimer's is a type of dementia that affects memory, thinking and behavior. Symptoms eventually grow severe enough to interfere with daily tasks.

In Brief News Sign Up

Sign up to receive updates of the latest clinical guidelines, studies, resources and Alzheimer's news.

Become a Partner

Younger/Early-Onset Alzheimer's

Helpline

Our free 24/7 Helpline provides reliable information and support to all those who need assistance.

Helpline

Our free 24/7 Helpline provides reliable information and support to all those who need assistance.

Cutco

Portfolio Summaries

View summaries of grants funded by year.

Accepting the Diagnosis

Accepting a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s or a related dementia requires time to absorb information.

Grants

As the world's leading nonprofit funder of Alzheimer's research, the Association is accelerating the field toward solutions for the global Alzheimer's crisis.

Younger-Onset Alzheimer's

Diagnosis of younger-onset brings unique challenges. Get information and resources to help you plan for family impact, work, financial and future care.

End-of-Life Planning

After diagnosis of Alzheimer's or other dementia, care and end-of-life planning can be difficult. Get facts on hospice, DNR and more to help you plan ahead.

Taking Care of Yourself

Make a Difference

Alzheimer’s Impact Movement (AIM)

Career Opportunities

About Our Grants

Our International Research Grant Program funds investigations to advance our understanding of Alzheimer's.

Core Areas

Strategic Plan

Alzheimer's Association Celebrity Champions

Leaving Your Legacy

Statements

Working With the Doctor

Learn how to plan ahead to get the most out of medical appointments.

Life After Diagnosis

Learn how to get support and live your best life after a diagnosis of Alzheimer's.

If You Live Alone

Facts and Figures

Our annual report reveals the burden of Alzheimer’s and dementia on individuals, caregivers, government and the nation’s health care system.

Use of Funds

Use of Funds

Communication and Alzheimer's

Get strategies to help both you and the person with dementia communicate and connect.

Just Diagnosed

Building a Care Team

Overcoming Stigma

Favorite Links

Web links related to Alzheimer's.

Senior Management

Press Resources

Why Get Checked?

Read about the benefits of receiving an early diagnosis.

Milestones

For Parents and Teachers

Helping Family and Friends

Changes in Relationships

Board of Directors

Paying for Care

A number of financial resources may be available to help cover costs of care.

Anxiety and Agitation

A person with dementia may become restless or upset in certain places when focused on specific details.

Fundraising Standards

Activities

Learn how to modify activities to enhance quality of life.

Improving Care

Diagnostic Criteria & Guidelines

Daily Care Plan

Get tips on organizing the day, planning activities and creating a daily plan.

Incontinence

Learn about causes and how to respond to this common issue in the later stages of Alzheimer's.

Advance Early Detection and Diagnosis

Food and Eating

If eating and nutrition have become a challenge, try these strategies to simplify mealtime.

Respite Care

Get Educated

Instructional Videos

Dental Care

Read about how to help a person with dementia maintain good oral health.

Stages of Alzheimer's

Alzheimer's disease typically progresses slowly in three general stages.

Questions for Your Doctor

Educate and Train Professionals

Alzheimer’s Innovation Award (AIA)

Dressing and Grooming

Helping a person with dementia maintain his or her appearance can promote positive self-esteem.

Bathing

Read about ways to make bathing less difficult and safe for those with dementia.

Disclosure of Diagnosis

Clinician Pocketcard App

Insurance

Medicare, private insurance, or a group employee or retiree plan may provide coverage.

Management

Support for People Living With Dementia

About This Site

Alzheimer's & Dementia: Translational Research & Clinical Interventions

Early Detection

Publications

Downloadable brochures, topic sheets and reports.

Publications

Downloadable brochures, topic sheets and reports.

Planning Ahead for Legal Matters

While it's important for everyone to plan for the future, legal plans are especially important for a person with Alzheimer's.

Abuse

Those with Alzheimer's and other dementias are vulnerable to abuse and neglect. Learn types and signs of abuse and how to report an incident or concern.

Walk to End Alzheimer's

Each year, Walk to End Alzheimer’s raises awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. We could not do it without our dedicated volunteers.

Art and Music

Learn how music and art activities can provide enrichment and self-expression.

Purchase essentiALZ Exam Licenses

Public Policy Victories

Pathways to Dementia Care Training and Certification

Donate Stock

Promote Caregiving

Advanced Imaging and Biomarkers

Clinical Trials: Myths vs. Facts

Gina Adelman

Hospice Care

How Clinical Trials Work

Global Alzheimer’s Association Interactive Network

Changing the way researchers work together to answer questions related to the causes, diagnosis, treatment and prevention of Alzheimer's.

What You Need to Know

Treatments and Research

Trajectory Report

Talk to Your Doctor

Our Story

Preparing for Emergencies

Emergency situations can be especially confusing for those with Alzheimer's and other dementias. Here you'll find steps to be ready as possible.

Research Roundtable

Advancing the research, development and management of new treatments for Alzheimer’s disease.

Types of Grants

Our grant program supports investigators at every professional stage and includes categories designed to address gaps in research efforts.

Legal Documents

Learn about important legal documents, including guardianship, power of attorney and living wills.

Differential Diagnosis

Medical Tests

From mental status testing to imaging, learn how Alzheimer's is diagnosed.

Hallucinations

Some hallucinations may be frightening to a person with Alzheimer's, while others may involve ordinary visions from the past.

Traveling

Traveling with persons with Alzheimer's or other dementias requires planning. Get tips on how to travel safely with them.

Suspicions and Delusions

Suspicions and delusions — firmly held beliefs in things that are not real — may occur in middle- to late-stage Alzheimer's.

Can Alzheimer's Disease Be Prevented?

Alzheimer’s prevention has no definite answers yet, but promising research is underway to find a treatment, delay onset and prevent it from developing.

Planned Giving Options

Tips for Daily Life

Alzheimer’s Association Research Fellowship (AARF)

Alzheimer's Association Research Grant (AARG)

Dementia Care Provider Roundtable

Caregiver Stress

Learn 10 symptoms of caregiver stress and get tips to avoid burnout.

Financial Planning

Treatments for Behavior

24/7 Wandering Support for a Safe Return

Learn about a 24-hour nationwide emergency and wandering response service for individuals living with Alzheimer's.

The Tau Pipeline Enabling Program (T-PEP)

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Long-Distance Caregiving

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Guidelines Index

Care Training Resources

Our free, online programs offer information and practical advice.

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The Public Health Approach

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Advancing Research on Care and Outcome Measurements (ARCOM)

Tax Deductions and Credits

If you pay out-of-pocket care costs for a person with Alzheimer's, you may qualify for tax benefits.

A Message from Elizabeth

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Be a Healthy Caregiver

Learn how to stay physically and emotionally strong.

Donor-Advised Funds

Annual Report

Still Alice

Research Funding

Early-Stage Caregiving

Early-stage Alzheimer's and related dementia symptoms are mild and the main role of a caregiver is support.

Late-Stage Caregiving

The late stage of Alzheimer's usually requires intensive care. As caregiver, your role focuses on preserving quality of life and dignity.

Reducing Stress

For Teens

Causes and Risk Factors for Alzheimer's Disease

Researchers believe there is not a single cause of Alzheimer's disease. It likely develops from multiple factors, such as genetics, lifestyle and environment.

Salon Series

Early-Stage Advisory Group

The Judy Fund

Advocacy

Make a Donation

Every dollar you give benefits those affected by Alzheimer's disease.

Middle-Stage Caregiving

During the middle stages of Alzheimer's, the person living with dementia will need a greater level of care.

The Zenith Fellows Award Program (Zenith)

For Professional Advisors

Medications for Memory, Cognition and Dementia-Related Behaviors

Alzheimer's Association Research Grant — New to the Field (AARG-NTF)

Alzheimer's Association Research Grant to Promote Diversity (AARG-D)