For a person living with Dementia, it's not uncommon, at some point, to experience one or more “critical wandering” events. These events, in law enforcement, are technically called elopement, the physical act of an individual leaving a safe environment undetected.

Dementia Society of America's mission-driven Care Partner Academy™ announces its new and comprehensive educational caregiver support program, Dementia Horizons™

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Learn how to manage holidays when living with Dementia.

For individuals who suspect friends and loved ones are exhibiting signs of cognitive decline, the holidays are a particularly important time to gauge differences in behavior and help address signs.

Learn how genetics can influence risk for Dementia.

Learn the signs and symptoms of vascular Dementia, and what you can do to to delay or prevent it.

Learn about hospice and how it helps with end of life care.

Learn how exercise can help keep your brain healthy.

Learn about managing oral hygiene in the context of Dementia.

Learn steps you can take to prepare for an ambulance call involving persons with dementia, to reduce confusion and assure appropriate care.

Learn what traumatic brain injury is, how it can lead to cognitive issues, and strategies to prevent it.

Learn what donepezil is and how it can help with dementia symptoms.

Hi, yes, it's me, Malora Hardin. You probably know me from a lot of roles I've played, like when I played Jan on The Office. That was funny, but this is not today. I'm here to talk to you about Dementia.

Learn how meditative exercises such as yoga and tai chi can enhance brain health.

As millions of Americans travel to visit family this year, the Dementia Society of America® is meeting them at a surprisingly meaningful moment—right at the baggage carousel. Across major airports, large-screen digital displays now share a simple yet powerful mission-related message.

The United Nations (U.N.) recently announced a plan to address major neurological disorders, such as Dementia. This is particularly significant because many countries do not always understand or treat the condition, which affects more than 57 million people worldwide. The U.N. action, though overdue, is welcome news for those of us working to raise awareness and improve the lives of people living with Dementia and their care partners.

Learn what clinical trials are and how participation can benefit persons with dementia.

In Chris Hemsworth's A Road Trip to Remember, the man best known as Marvel’s hammer-wielding Thor trades CGI battles for something far more human: a motorcycle ride across Australia with his dad, Craig, who is living with a form of Dementia.