Dementia — What Is It? Dementia isn’t one single disease — it’s an umbrella term for a range of conditions that affect memory, thinking, and daily living. Underneath that umbrella, there are over 100 types of dementia, all characterized by damage to brain cells that interrupts how parts of the brain communicate. Some of the most common types are: Alzheimer’s disease , accounting for about 60–80% of cases, caused by abnormal protein buildups that kill brain cells. Vascular dementia , driven by...

If you’re worried that someone you love or close to you may have Dementia, knowing how to start the diagnostic process can feel...

The Care Partner Journey This is my second post from my personal Meta (Facebook) page. Deb's Dementia Diary: Lessons in Love & Care #2...