Educational Resources

Information related to healthy aging, post-diagnosis, and understanding the diagnosis. For care partners, we have provided guides, links, and one-sheets that cover topics such as safety, partner programs, challenging behaviors, future planning, and more.

Post Diagnosis

Medical Care Connection with a primary care provider (PCP or family doctor) familiar with MCI/dementia is important for ongoing care. You may also want a cognitive neurology specialist as part of your team. These professionals can help you find the best treatments to manage symptoms and, if you are interested, direct you toward possible research […]

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Resources for Veterans

VA Caregiver Support Website The Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) Caregiver Support Program (CSP) offers clinical services to caregivers of eligible and covered Veterans enrolled in the VA health care system. The program’s mission is to promote the health and well-being of family caregivers who care for our Nation’s Veterans, through education, resources, support, and […]

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Caring for Yourself

Caregiver Emotions Advice from the Alzheimer’s Association® on the emotions caregivers may experience Caregiver Stress The Alzheimer’s Association® gives guidance on recognizing and managing caregiver stress Depression and Caregiving Information on depression in care partners from the Family Caregiver Alliance. I’m So Stressed Out! The National Institute of Mental Health offers help on deciding whether […]

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Understanding the Diagnosis – Parkinson’s Dementia

Parkinson’s Disease From the Alzheimer’s Association® series on understanding dementia. Parkinson’s Foundation We have everything you need to live better with Parkinson’s. Support our mission to improve care and advance research toward a cure. Everyday Helpful Hints Prepared by the American Parkinson Disease Association. this pamphlet provides proven ways tosimplify life’s daily challenges for people […]

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Understanding the Diagnosis – Lewy Body Dementia (LBD)

Dementia with Lewy Bodies From the Alzheimer’s Association® series on understanding dementia. Lewy Body Dementia Brochure Information for patients, families and professionals from the National Institutes of Health Lewy Body Dementia Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment The Lewy Body Dementia Association shares information about this brain disease and its spectrum of symptoms. Facing Lewy Body Dementia […]

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Understanding the Diagnosis – Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD)

The Doctor Thinks It’s FTD, Now What? The Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration‘s brochure shares next steps after a diagnosis. Frontotemporal Disorders Booklet A guide from the National Institute on Aging on what you need to know. Understanding the Genetics of FTD Brochure Penn Medicine’s guide for patients and their families.

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Understanding the Diagnosis – Mixed Dementia

Mixed Dementia From the Alzheimer’s Association® series on understanding dementia. Understanding Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) A guide from the National Institute on Aging on what you need to know. The Basics of Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) An outline of this disease from the Alzheimer’s Association® Behaviors: How to Respond When Dementia Causes Unpredictable Behaviors Advice from the […]

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Understanding the Diagnosis – Vascular Dementia

What is Vascular Dementia Alzheimers.gov explains the causes, symptoms and treatments available. Vascular Dementia From the Alzheimer’s Association® series on understanding dementia. Preventing Stroke, Brain Basics Stroke ranks as the fourth leading killer in the United States. A stroke can be devastating to individuals and their families, robbing them of their independence. It is the […]

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Understanding the Diagnosis – Alzheimer’s Disease

The Basics of Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) An outline of this disease from the Alzheimer’s Association® Understanding Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) A guide from the National Institute on Aging on what you need to know. Alzheimer’s Disease Fact Sheet A fact sheet from the National Institute on Aging Common Behaviors with Dementia It can be common for […]

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Understanding the Diagnosis – Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI)

What Is Mild Cognitive Impairment? Some older adults have more memory or thinking problems than other adults their age. This condition is called mild cognitive impairment, or MCI. Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) From the Alzheimer’s Association® series on understanding dementia. The Way Forward Living with Mild Cognitive Impairment A brochure from Emory’s Brain Health Center.

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State & National Programs

Georgia Division of Aging Services / Georgia Department of Human Services The Georgia Department of Human Services’ (DHS) Division of Aging Services (DAS) supports the larger goals of DHS by assisting older individuals, at-risk adults, persons with disabilities, their families, and caregivers to achieve safe, healthy, independent, and self-reliant lives Georgia Aging & Disability Resource […]

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Healthy Brain Aging – Safety

Home safety, driving, falling, and living alone are some top safety concerns for seniors. Learn more about what you need to do to stay safe with the resources below. Safe Driving for a Lifetime Advice from The Hartford on family conversations around dementia, Alzheimer’s Disease and driving. Driver Planning Agreement A simple form to use […]

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Memory Testing & Diagnosis

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