Duke Dementia Family Support Program

We had a great time Dancing Through the Decades with you all today! A huge thanks to our friends at Jewish for Good for partnering with us to host such a fun afternoon. We are also grateful to Arosa NC Triangle for generously providing delicious refreshments and The Larks for leading us through the decades.

This month's newsletter features helpful guidelines to follow when traveling with a loved one living with dementia. If you haven't already, be sure to check out our online guide, Next Steps: A Guide for Families After a Dementia Diagnosis. Happy reading!

Duke Dementia Family Support Program June E-News Summertime often brings trips to see grandchildren or a chance for a warm‑weather getaway. But for families affected by dementia, travel may require extra care and planning. Dementia expert Dr. Geri Hall offers practical guidance for managing trips and explains signs that overnight travel may no l...

Check out May's newsletter with articles on confabulation, recognizing behavioral symptoms, activities to enjoy during spring, and much more! We hope you'll join us Wednesday, May 13th at 1pm for Caregiver Connections on our online guide, Next Steps.

Duke Dementia Family Support Program May E-News Spending time outside doesn’t have to mean a big outing. A stroll around the neighborhood, a visit to a garden store, or even watering plants on the patio can all be meaningful ways to connect. This DementiaWho! article offers several simple, easy-to-do outdoor activity ideas. As an added benefit,...

In this month's newsletter, we are excited to share the first edition of Next Steps: A Guide for Families After a Dementia Diagnosis. We hope this guide offers insight, tips, and resources to families throughout their dementia journey. Happy reading!

Duke Dementia Family Support Program April E-News After years as an idea and months in the making, we’re grateful to share the first edition of Next Steps: A Guide for Families After a Dementia Diagnosis.

This month's newsletter features articles about changing relationships as many prepare to celebrate a different kind of Valentine's Day with their partner living with memory and thinking changes. And mark your calendar for March's webinar! Happy reading!

Duke Dementia Family Support Program February E-News Valentine’s Day can bring mixed emotions for caregivers supporting someone with dementia. The relationship you once knew may change, as roles shift from partner or child to caregiver, and communication or intimacy may look different. Love and connection can still be present — holding hands, list...

The new year is a great time to review estate documents & care plans. This month's newsletter features helpful articles to better understand these documents & resources. Be sure to mark your calendar for the upcoming Caregiver Connections! Happy reading!

Duke Dementia Family Support Program January E-News A new year is a natural time to review plans and make sure important documents are up to date. While old documents may still be valid, a dementia diagnosis, a death in the family, or a move to another state make it especially important to update – or at least review – estate documents. Revisitin...

This month's newsletter features articles and educational webinars on caregiving during the holidays, along with helpful gift guides for both individuals living with dementia and care partners. Wishing all peaceful and warm holidays! Happy reading!

Duke Dementia Family Support Program December E-News From our team to each of you, we wish you a holiday season filled with as much peace, comfort, and joy as possible. We are deeply grateful for the opportunity to partner with you as you navigate the uncertainties and challenges dementia can bring. Even in the hardest times, we hope you experience mo...

This month's newsletter features a special "thank you" to all the families who connect with our program and support our work. Your generosity helps us reach families impacted by dementia across the state (and beyond) at no cost! Happy reading!

Duke Dementia Family Support Program November E-News Each November, we hit pause to say a huge “thank you!” Your generosity is what makes everything we do possible. The words might sound familiar but trust us — the excitement and gratitude behind them are brand new every year.

October's newsletter is filled with rich resources on sundowning, understanding dementia, caregiver stress, and how to support someone with cognitive changes in voting. Happy reading!

Duke Dementia Family Support Program October E-News As election season approaches, you may wonder whether your person with dementia should vote. A dementia diagnosis does not disqualify someone from voting. The real question is whether they still have the capacity to vote.

September is National Falls Prevention Awareness Month! This month's newsletter opens with articles & helpful links on preventing falls for those living with dementia. Be sure to check out our upcoming Caregiver Connections webinars too. Happy reading!

Duke Dementia Family Support Program September E-News Living with dementia greatly increases a person's risk of falling, creating serious challenges for both individuals and families. Cognitive changes – such as impaired judgment, confusion, and difficulty with depth perception – can turn a familiar home into an environment filled with potential ha...