Dementia Map Blog • Dementia Map

The Dementia Fast Scale (Functional Assessment Staging Tool)

Learn more about the FAST Scale, a 7-stage, 16-item system of tracking the progression of a person living with dementia.

What is Residential Assisted Living?

Residential Assisted Living is a form of long-term care that provides seniors with the necessary support and services to live a comfortable and dignified life. It's an alternative to traditional nursing homes, offering a more home-like atmosphere and personalized attention.

The Most Common Questions I Am Asked

Is it possible to avoid getting dementia? Anne Kenny, MD of Together in Dementia shares how lifestyle changes can help to reduce the chance.

“Stuff” Should Do More than Take Up Space

Learn about Artifcts, an exciting online service that helps you tell the stories behind your "Stuff" after capturing the items digitally.

Celebration of Love

Valentine's Day can be a lonely time for single people and a chaotic holiday for others. Maybe we should rethink this “Celebration of Love.”

Why Getting a Dementia Diagnosis is Important: Caregiver Chats (Video)

Many challenges exist along the caregiving journey. This Caregiver Chat with gerontologist Dr. Lakelyn Eichenberger and Lori La Bey can help.

Dementia and Cognitive Decline

Learn about cognitive decline. Loss of brain functioning are prevalent worldwide. Here's a guide to understanding it and ways you can cope at the onset of cognitive decline.

Bill Cohen - Cohen Caregiving Support on Dementia Map

Sometimes Your Family Needs a Neutral Third Party

If your family struggles to agree about a family member’s care or if they question your caregiving decisions, Elder Mediation may be for you.

Arts Engagement and The Caregiver

Learn about connecting Arts Engagement and Caring for the Caregiver as a way to improve dementia care.

All Blog articles appear below: