It doesn’t matter who you are, being an Alzheimer’s caregiver is not something you can do alone and that’s exactly why we must “Stand Together for AD.” It’s never too late to ask for support and find the strength you need, and this site is a great place to start. We're glad you're here!

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You’ll find innovative tools and encouragement to guide you through this journey.

Learn About a Treatment Option

You’ll find information about an available treatment for mild to moderate Alzheimer’s disease.

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Check out LEEZA’S RECENT WEBCAST, where she’s joined by a panel of experts to discuss how to take care of yourself while caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s.

 

Ideas to Inspire: Alzheimer's Caregiver Tips

Know you're not alone. WATCH ALZHEIMER'S CAREGIVERS
share their personal caregiving experiences.

There are millions of Alzheimer's caregivers like you. Learn from others by staying connected - see a LIST OF ORGANIZATIONS and TAKE THIS SURVEY to compare your caregiving experience.

Early legal and financial planning can give people with Alzheimer's and their families peace of mind. Here's a LIST OF LEGAL AND FINANCIAL TERMS that may be helpful.

Being prepared with questions for your doctor can help make your visits more productive. Need suggestions? Find a LIST OF QUESTIONS that you can ask at your next appointment.

Although it's hard, try to talk about your emotions and express feelings of grief, loss, love or anger. Learn from others and WATCH VIDEOS of Alzheimer's caregivers discussing their personal experiences.

Caregiving can be life-changing and can affect your relationships. Stay connected. Find a LIST OF ACTIVITIES you can enjoy with your loved one.

When talking with your loved one, communicate clearly, positively and repeatedly. Check out other suggestions on IMPROVING COMMUNICATION.

Everyone needs a break. Research programs in your area that can provide a respite from caregiving. These ALZHEIMER'S ORGANIZATIONS can help you find local assistance.

Get more CAREGIVER TIPS.

 

About Leeza Gibbons

Get Leeza's Alzheimer's caregiver tips.

Leeza is an Emmy-winning television and radio personality, author and former caregiver. Leeza's mother and grandmother both suffered from Alzheimer's disease, and Leeza served as a caregiver to her mother. She is dedicated to making an impact on the Alzheimer's disease community and is proud to support this movement.

One of the greatest gifts in Leeza's life has been the opportunity to honor her mother's legacy and her family's journey through her mother's Alzheimer's disease. In 2002, she created The Leeza Gibbons Memory Foundation and its signature program Leeza's Place, offering free services to family caregivers facing a health challenge.

Leeza is currently the host of "America Now," the nightly syndicated TV news magazine, and the PBS show "My Generation."