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Almost 90 percent of Americans say if they were exhibiting confusion and memory loss they would want to know if the cause of the symptoms was Alzheimer’s disease. Keeping a dementia diagnosis makes it challenging for a patient and his/her family to formulate a plan for the future and access vital supports and resources. Because Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias have no cure and treatments that only stave off symptoms temporarily you may feel trepidation about having the conversation. But it is an important one. Here’s help for helping your patients and their families navigate a dementia diagnosis.

James M. Ellison, M.D., MPH
The Swank Foundation Endowed Chair in Memory Care and Geriatrics Christiana Care Health System

Professional Resources

Plans and Reports

Read about efforts in Delaware to address Alzheimer’s as a public health crisis.

Additional information for people living with Alzheimer’s or a related dementia

Visit these sites to round out your knowledge about Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. AARP -- Brain Health and WellnessAlzheimer’s Association 2019 Facts and Figures Report Alzheimer's Foundation of AmericaAmerican Psychological Association --...