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Memory Cafés A Welcoming Environment for Caregivers and Individuals Living with Dementia
What Is a Memory Café? Originating in the Netherlands, Dutch psychiatrist Dr. Bere Miesen introduced a memory café in 1997 to break the stigma associated with dementia. A memory café is a meeting place [View More]
Asking for Help – Caregiver Strategies
Caring for a loved one or friend with a long-term health issue comes with a unique set of challenges. Caring for someone with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementia can be especially stressful and exhausting. [View More]
Interview with Steve Adubato
Listen to Steve Adubato interview Alzheimer's New Jersey CEO Ken Zaentz about the important of helping those coping with Alzheimer's in New Jersey.
Our Alzheimer’s Story
Jennifer and I were married for 58 years. If couples can say “we are having a baby,” I can say that “we had Alzheimer’s disease.” When she became ill with Alzheimer’s, her story became [View More]
Traveling for the Holidays When Your Loved One Has Dementia
Traveling can be enjoyable for families impacted by dementia, but it can also bring challenges, especially during the busy holiday season. To ensure the safety, comfort, and enjoyment of everyone involved, planning is critical [View More]
Managing Caregiver Stress During the Holidays
The expectations and commitments of the holiday season combined with the responsibilities of caregiving can sometimes turn “the most wonderful time of the year” into the exact opposite. Caring for a loved one with dementia [View More]