Dementia

[close] A group dedicated to reading the latest on dementia for caregivers and individuals with dementia. Thriving with dementia is the focus.

[close] It is estimated that as many as 5.4 million people in the United States are living with Alzheimer's. In 2050, the number of people in the United States with Alzheimer's could reach 11-16 million. We love to read your stories

[close] A discussion and support group for people who are caring for parents, grandparents or loved ones with dementia such as Alzheimer's or Lewey Bodies disease. Parkinson's disease could be included as well. I'm hoping we can come up with a good book list on the subject.

[close] Life with dementia is never dull; often has caregiving challenges that seem overwhelming. We will read books that give direction, some specific to dementia; some to grief, and others to self-care. Whether you are a family or professional caregiver; a dementia widow or widower---we can learn from one another---to have a life despite dementia.