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Ethical and Care Issues

Ethical and Care Issues

Why Participate in a Clinical Trial?

Research

Medicare

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

Online Tools

Our Commitment to Research

Our Commitment to Research

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

Medication Safety

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

Medication Safety

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

Our Impact

Differential Diagnosis of Alzheimer's Disease

Montana

E-news Archives

Legal Planning

Resolving Family Conflicts

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

Changing Care Providers

Minnesota

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.

Governance

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

Choosing Care Providers

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.

Residential Care

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

Quality of Care

Planning for Care Costs

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

Rhode Island

Become a Partner

Younger/Early-Onset Alzheimer's

In Brief News Sign Up

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

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.

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.

Accepting the Diagnosis

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

Make a Difference

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.

Taking Care of Yourself

Career Opportunities

Alzheimer’s Impact Movement (AIM)

About Our Grants

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

Core Areas

Alzheimer's Association Celebrity Champions

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.

Leaving Your Legacy

Strategic Plan

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.

Use of Funds

Use of Funds

Communication and Alzheimer's

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

If You Live Alone

Just Diagnosed

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.

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

Fundraising Standards

Diagnostic Criteria & Guidelines

Anxiety and Agitation

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

Activities

Learn how to modify activities to enhance quality of life.

Building a Care Team

Food and Eating

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

Incontinence

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

Paying for Care

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

Daily Care Plan

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

Get Educated

Improving Care

Advance Early Detection and Diagnosis

Stages of Alzheimer's

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

Questions for Your Doctor

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.

Instructional Videos

Alzheimer’s Innovation Award (AIA)

Disclosure of Diagnosis

Alzheimer's & Dementia: Translational Research & Clinical Interventions

Dental Care

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

Clinician Pocketcard App

Art and Music

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

Support for People Living With Dementia

Management

Early Detection

Publications

Downloadable brochures, topic sheets and reports.

Publications

Downloadable brochures, topic sheets and reports.

About This Site

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.

Educate and Train Professionals

Public Policy Victories

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.

Insurance

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

Donate Stock

Promote Caregiving

Clinical Trials: Myths vs. Facts

Gina Adelman

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.

Health System Capacity

How Clinical Trials Work

Advanced Imaging and Biomarkers

What You Need to Know

Trajectory Report

Treatments and Research

Research Roundtable

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

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.

Talk to Your Doctor

Our Story

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.

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

Differential Diagnosis

Suspicions and Delusions

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

Medical Tests

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

Tips for Daily Life

Alzheimer’s Association Research Fellowship (AARF)

Purchase essentiALZ Exam Licenses

Alzheimer's Association Research Grant (AARG)

Pathways to Dementia Care Training and Certification

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)

Caregiver Stress

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

Financial Planning

Respite Care

Indiana

Wisconsin

Safety and Injury Prevention

Utah

Dementia Care Provider Roundtable

Legal Documents

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

Safety and Injury Prevention

Colorado

Louisiana

Care Training Resources

Our free, online programs offer information and practical advice.

Care Planning

California

Georgia

The Public Health Approach

Alabama

Alaska

Idaho

Maine

Michigan

Nebraska

Wyoming

Hawaii

Maryland

Missouri

Pennsylvania

Washington

Long-Distance Caregiving

Guidelines Index

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.

Downloadable Resources

Arizona

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Illinois

Iowa

Massachusetts

Oregon

Tennessee

Texas

Vermont

A Message from Elizabeth

Arkansas

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Delaware

Kansas

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Nevada

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Oklahoma

Virginia

Make a Donation

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

Donor-Advised Funds

Annual Report

Still Alice

Research Funding

Salon Series

Early-Stage Advisory Group

Hospice Care

Tax Deductions and Credits

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

Be a Healthy Caregiver

Learn how to stay physically and emotionally strong.

The Judy Fund

Advocacy

The Zenith Fellows Award Program (Zenith)

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

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.

For Professional Advisors

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

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

Alzheimer’s Association Clinician Scientist Fellowship (AACSF) Program

Alzheimer’s Association Clinician Scientist Fellowship to Promote Diversity (AACSF-D)

Alzheimer's Association Research Fellowship to Promote Diversity (AARF-D)

Middle-Stage Caregiving

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

Visiting Your Doctor

Get questions to ask and learn what to expect at a visit for symptoms.

Road Map for Indian Country

Medical and Scientific Advisory Group (MSAG)

Medical and Scientific Advisory Group (MSAG)

Myths

Is memory loss a natural part of aging? Do aspartame, aluminum, silver dental fillings or the flu shot increase risk of Alzheimer's? Learn the facts about these