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NIH – Alzheimer’s Disease Facts
Alzheimer’s disease is an irreversible, progressive brain disorder that slowly destroys memory and thinking skills and, eventually, the ability to carry out the simplest tasks. In most people with Alzheimer’s,… - NHI
NIH – Alzheimer’s Disease & Genetics
Scientists don’t yet fully understand what causes Alzheimer’s disease. However, the more they learn about this devastating disease, the more they realize that genes play an important role in its… - NHI
NIH – Home Safety
Home Safety for People with Alzheimer’s Disease page 1 Introduction Caring for a person with Alzheimer’s disease is a challenge that calls upon the patience, creativity, knowledge, and skills of… - Caregiver Information
NIH – Lewy Body Dementia Facts
Lewy body dementia (LBD) is a complex, challenging, and surprisingly common type of brain disorder. It is complex because it affects many parts of the brain in ways that scientists… - NHI
NIH – The Dementias Booklet
A diagnosis of dementia can be frightening for those affected by the syndrome, their family members, and caretakers. Learning more about dementia can help. This booklet provides a general overview… - Caregiver Information
NIH – Unraveling Alzheimer’s
“Never have I loved my husband of 41 years more than I do today…. ough he may not know I’m his wife, he does know that my presence means his… - En Español
Obtener un Diagnóstico
El diagnostico de la enfermedad de Alzheimer es uno que trata a excluir otras condiciones que puedan ser responsables de producir los síntomas como la pérdida de la memoria, confusión,… - Caregiver Information
Preventing Alzheimer's Disease
The news is full of stories about ways to stay healthy, eat right, and keep fit. Along with keeping their bodies healthy, people want to keep their minds sharp as… - Caregiver Information
Reading List
This is a partial list of books available in the ADRC library. To check out a book or to see a more complete list, please contact our office. - Caregiver Information
Residents Rights – LGBT Fact Sheet
Know YOUR Rights as a Nursing Home Resident The federal 1987 Nursing Home Reform Law requires nursing homes to “protect and promote the rights of each resident” emphasizing individual dignity… - Caregiver Information
Residents Rights – LTCO Program
When admitted to a long-term care facility, an individual maintains his or her rights as a citizen and also gains a special set of residents’ rights, which are mandated by… - Caregiver Information
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State of Florida Brain Bank Research Program