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HomeLife With Dementia
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Life With Dementia

Find tips for people with dementia and their caregivers to live better lives, get care and support, and plan ahead.

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Tips for People With Dementia

Find tips for preparing for life with dementia, including day-to-day and future planning.

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Tips for Caregivers and Families of People With Dementia

Find tips for caregivers and family members of people with Alzheimer’s or a related dementia, including tips on everyday care, changes in behavior and communication, and caregiver health.

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Finding Dementia Care and Local Services

Find information on care and local services for people with Alzheimer’s or a related dementia and their families.

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Planning for the Future After a Dementia Diagnosis

Find information about health care and financial directives, long-term care, and end-of-life planning when living with Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia.

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Resources for People With Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias

Find resources for people with dementia that can help with everyday activities, finding care and support, and planning for the future.

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Resources for Caregivers of People With Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias

Find resources for dementia caregivers and family members to help respond to changes in communication and behavior, provide everyday care, find support, and plan for the future.

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Can I Prevent Dementia?

Find information about risk factors of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias, what research shows, healthy steps that may reduce your risk, and resources.