Alzheimer's Prevention 101
We've assembled some of the best and most trustworthy information about Alzheimer's, Alzheimer's research and Alzheimer's care giving on the pages in this section.
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Discovered in 1906 by Dr. Alois Alzheimer, Alzheimer's disease is a disorder that destroys memory and other critical brain functions. More than 5 million Americans have Alzheimer's, and it is the sixth leading cause of death in the United States, and the only one without a cure. Learn more about the Alzheimer's from links below.

Basic
Symptoms
Myths and Facts
The Biology of Alzheimer's

Scientists are working hard to find ways to prevent Alzheimer's disease. Much of the research about Alzheimer's involves understanding factors that put people more at risk for developing the disease. Our hope: that we can find ways to stop Alzheimer's before it starts.

Learn more about known and suspected risk factors for Alzheimer's below, including steps you can take that may lower your chances of developing the disease.

Risk and Prevention Basics

Prevention Strategies

Risk and Prevention Studies

Presentation Resources

  • The Brain Health Resource: A presentation toolkit about brain health and aging, including a PowerPoint presentation and print resources.

Caring for someone with Alzheimer's disease can be challenging, but you don't have to do it alone. We've collected essential resources on Alzheimer's caregiving below, including information on taking care of yourself.

Whether you are a new caregiver or have been helping someone for years, you can draw on the experiences of other caregivers and Alzheimer's care professionals to provide the best care possible for the person with Alzheimer's in your life.

Learning Opportunities Online 

These programs provide all the essential information needed by family members, friends or professional caregivers after a new diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease/related dementia is made and as the disease progresses.

Planning Ahead Online Class

Alzheimer's disease/dementia is a condition that can last for 8 – 10 years and will require additional help and care as the condition changes. Planning Ahead modules will discuss medical, legal and financial decisions that are needed along with how to find help and pay for care in the home, community and residential settings.

View the entire Planning Ahead class:

View Planning Ahead as individual learning modules:

As Dementia Progresses Online Learning Modules

These learning modules help caregivers to understand the moderate to advanced stages of Alzheimer's disease/related dementia. Caregivers will learn about expected changes in memory, thinking, mood, behavior and function. Practical strategies are provided to assist caregivers to find success in their efforts.

Alzheimer's Disease Education

Sign up for the BEACON monthly e-newsletter, which provides timely information for people caring for someone with Alzheimer's.

Produced by the Banner Alzheimer’s Institute and Banner Sun Health Research Institute centers of excellence, Dementia Untangled offers expert guidance and support for caregivers of Alzheimer’s patients. Learn more and watch the latest episodes of Dementia Untangled. 

Caregiving Basics

Care Options

Understanding Behaviors

Planning for the Future

Travel

  • Travel Well with Dementia- Traveling to new places and staying connected to family and friends is a primary goal for most people. When a person is diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease/related dementia, many think that travel is no longer possible. Yet travel is often desired by both the affected person and family whether joining in celebrations, reunions or a last chance to take a trip of a lifetime. And travel is possible for most – especially in the earlier stages of the condition. To learn more about how to support travel for persons with dementia, consider this new book, "Travel Well with Dementia; Essential tips to enjoy the journey" by Jan Dougherty, RN.

Safety

Financial Issues

Caring for the Caregiver