The community is rallying to support an elderly woman with dementia who was arrested for domestic violence and is now sitting in the Santa Rosa County Jail. The Council on Aging of West Florida is ...

Caring for older adults with dementia is stressful, especially when they become physically or verbally aggressive, wander away from home, develop paranoia or hallucinations, engage in inappropriate or ...

Older people living with dementia require ongoing support, understanding, and care. For many family members, caring for their loved one brings many responsibilities. Sometimes, it can be overwhelming.

The American Academy of Neurology says some with dementia can still drive. April, 12, 2010— -- Having mild dementia is no longer a reason to take away an elderly person's car keys, according to ...

Dementia is a silent, yet devastating condition that slowly steals the essence of our loved ones. Watching my elderly parents grapple with dementia has been one of the most challenging experiences of ...

The number of cases will increase, but the rates seem to be declining with every birth cohort that reaches advanced ages, researchers said. By Paula Span Joan Presky worries about dementia. Her mother ...

This article was originally published on KFF Health News. Caring for older adults with dementia is stressful, especially when they become physically or verbally aggressive, wander away from home, ...