Beginner's Guide to Caring for a Parent with Dementia
Understanding the stages of dementia, communication strategies, safety considerations, and daily care tips for family caregivers.
Read GuideHealth & Medical Care Guide for Aging Parents
From dementia care to medication management, get the practical guidance you need to support your parent's health and navigate the medical system.
Dementia & Cognitive Health
Understanding and caring for parents with cognitive decline.
Dementia Basics
Types of dementia, stages, and what to expect as the disease progresses.
Learn more →Communication Strategies
How to communicate effectively with someone who has dementia.
Coming soonManaging Behaviors
Handling agitation, sundowning, wandering, and other challenging behaviors.
Coming soonSafety at Home
Home modifications and safety measures for dementia patients.
Coming soonActivities & Engagement
Meaningful activities to maintain connection and quality of life.
Coming soonWhen Memory Care is Needed
Signs it's time to consider professional memory care facilities.
Coming soonMedication Management
Keep track of medications and prevent dangerous errors.
Drug Interactions
How to check for dangerous interactions between medications.
Coming soonMedication Reviews
Working with doctors to reduce unnecessary medications.
Coming soonDoctor Appointments & Advocacy
Be an effective healthcare advocate for your parent.
Appointment Preparation
How to prepare for appointments and get the most from limited time.
Coming soonBeing an Advocate
Speaking up for your parent's needs in medical settings.
Coming soonSecond Opinions
When and how to seek another doctor's perspective.
Coming soonManaging Chronic Conditions
Guides for common health conditions affecting seniors.
Diabetes Management
Blood sugar monitoring, diet, and complications to watch for.
Coming soonHeart Disease
Managing heart conditions and recognizing warning signs.
Coming soonFall Prevention
Reducing fall risk and what to do when falls happen.
Coming soonEnd-of-Life Planning
Preparing for and navigating end-of-life care with compassion.
Advance Directives
Documenting your parent's wishes for end-of-life care.
Coming soonHospice Care
When to consider hospice and what it provides.
Coming soonPalliative Care
Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage.
Coming soonCaring for a Parent with Dementia?
Our comprehensive dementia care guide will help you understand what to expect and how to provide the best care.
Read the Dementia Guide