Dementia Resources

Alzheimer’s Association

Works to spread awareness about Alzheimer’s disease globally, nationally and locally. Offers information on the leading research and developments around Alzheimer’s, in addition to basic information about the disease.  Provides information about local services for people with Alzheimer’s.

http://www.alz.org/

Bathing Without a Battle

Educational DVD by university clinicians and researchers to teach caregivers how to best bathe someone with dementia. Describes in detail how to provide person-centered care in a manner to improve the overall bathing experience.

http://www.bathingwithoutabattle.unc.edu 

Mouth Care Without a Battle

Educational DVD by university clinicians and researchers to teach caregivers how to provide evidence-based, person-centered mouth care to persons needing assistance who have cognitive and physical impairment. http://www.mouthcarewithoutabattle.unc.edu