New Guide for People Living with Dementia and Their Caregivers

The Rhode Island Department of Health has released a new publication, “A Guide for People Living with Dementia and Their Caregivers.” The guide was created in collaboration with several area Alzheimer’s and dementia organizations including the Memory and Aging Program at Butler Hospital. It provides a comprehensive overview of dementia signs and symptoms as well as guidance on living with dementia, tips for caregivers, information about emerging treatments and interventions, and information about lowering risk for dementia. The guide is available online via this link.