Is there any hope for Alzheimer patients?

There’s no cure for Alzheimer’s, but there are treatments that may change disease progression, and drug and non-drug options that may help treat symptoms. Understanding available options can help individuals living with the disease and their caregivers to cope with symptoms and improve quality of life.

What is the best medicine for Alzheimer?

Three cholinesterase inhibitors are commonly prescribed:

• Donepezil (Aricept) is approved to treat all stages of the disease. It’s taken once a day as a pill.
• Galantamine (Razadyne) is approved to treat mild to moderate Alzheimer’s.
• Rivastigmine (Exelon) is approved for mild to moderate Alzheimer’s disease.

What are some personal stories from dementia patients?

Personal Stories From Dementia Patients. Impaired memory, language and communication skills. A loss of ability to pay attention and focus. A loss of good reasoning and judgment skills. An increase in feeling confused or disoriented. Increased irritability. A reduction in visual perception. A

Is the notebook a true story about Alzheimer’s?

She sighs heavily and tries to steady her vital, yet sad voice, “Unfortunately not,” she finally says. Mike and Julia Balson, along with thousands of others living with younger-onset Alzheimer’s disease need the world to know that while theirs is a true and lasting love story, the reality of Alzheimer’s isn’t what’s depicted in The Notebook.

Who is going purple for Alzheimer’s Awareness Month?

Though Alzheimer’s is more than just losing memories, Mike and Julia will be the first to remind you that it doesn’t have to mean losing love. Mike and Julia will be going purple this month in honor of Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month. You can join them and learn more by visiting alz.org/June.

Who is the caregiver for Julie with dementia?

Les acts as Julie’s primary caregiver, and though she sometimes tries to push him away out of frustration over what she can no longer do for herself, she’s grateful for his support. “Les has been wonderful through this whole thing. He’s my walking-talking Google. He’s wonderful and he gets me to where I need to be.”