I munched on crackers and juice as my great-grandmother held out another pin and pointed to the map on the wall. Yet another country had been "visited" by us as we marched through studies of Africa, Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Hanging in her kitchen was a large map, pins marking each city she had ever visited. read more

One symptom of Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia is sundowning. It seems that the varying levels of brain deterioration that stems from Alzheimer's and dementia interact with the fading light of the day differently. read more

Tax laws can impact caregivers of loved ones. The dependent care credit allows you to claim up to 35% of your qualifying expenses (depending on your adjusted gross income) on your federal income tax return. read more

Now that you've earned some much needed time off from the working world, why not book some amazing travel experiences? While cruises to the islands or along the Rhine river may be appealing, you'll need passports, travel time, and possible immunizations. Skip those long international flights and invest your vacation money in these five sure-to-please American destinations. read more

Did you know that six out of ten people who are diagnosed with dementia will wander? Learn about the characteristics look for, practical strategies that help reduce wandering, and what plan should be in place in case of an emergency. read more