Alzheimer’s is the leading cause of dementia, so sometimes people use one term to mean the other. It’s more accurate to refer to say “Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia.”
Basic Info About Alzheimer’s and Dementia
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Connect With Joy
You love someone who is living with Alzheimer’s or another type of dementia. You are on a journey that brings feelings of sorrow, frustration, and helplessness.
Your journey can also include moments of joy and celebration. You can remain connected with your family and friends and your loved one living with dementia. Our singalongs and other resources are designed to keep families connected during Alzheimer’s.
We care about you, and we encourage you to take time to grieve and rest along the way. Learn to include other people in your journey, and learn to celebrate life with love and laughter.
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FEATURED ARTICLES
Watching Musical Movies With a Loved One Living With Dementia
Tips for watching musical movies together, helping your family stay connected during the Alzheimer’s journey.
Tips for Using Music When Visiting People Living With Dementia
Mary Sue Wilkinson, founder of Singing Heart to Heart, shares her 5 tips for how to include music when visiting a person living with dementia.
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Book Review: “No Sad Songs” by Frank Morelli
Review of “No Sad Songs” by Frank Morelli, a young adult book that deals with the topic of a teenager caring for a loved one living with dementia.
Books and DVDs Available to Dementia Caregivers
Select from a list of books and DVDs available to dementia caregivers.
Songs Sinatra Sang
Singalong show featuring five songs recorded by Frank Sinatra. Designed for sharing with people who have Alzheimer’s. Featuring singable keys and tempos, easy-to-read lyrics, and an on-screen singalong leader.
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Songs & Smiles co-founders Eric and Sheryl Kolb with Sheryl’s mom, Trish, in 2017, sharing a moment of joy during the Alzheimer’s journey. Eric and Sheryl helped care for Trish from the time of her diagnosis in 2008 until Alzheimer’s took her life in 2019.
Celebrate Life
We support caregivers and families during the Alzheimer’s journey, encouraging them to celebrate life with love and laughter. We know how hard it can be to connect with someone who has Alzheimer’s, but we also know the tremendous value of each person and every shared moment of joy.
So, we sing and we smile. We rethink how we have conversations, and we look for creative ways to connect.
Living With Alzheimer’s
In 2021, an estimated 6.2 million Americans age 65 and older are living with Alzheimer’s.
By the Year 2060
The number of Americans living with Alzheimer’s is expected to rise to 13.8 million by 2060.
Unpaid Caregivers
More than 11 million Americans provide an estimated 15.3 billion hours of unpaid care each year for people who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia.
Keep Families Together
Our Mission: Keeping Families Connected During the Alzheimer’s Journey
Caring for a loved one who has Alzheimer’s presents unique challenges, and the journey can last for many years. Sadly, many caregivers get worn out and families often drift apart.
Everything we do is about keeping families connected during the Alzheimer’s journey. Join us in encouraging and supporting caregivers and families.
Trish, whose maiden name was Beeson, celebrated her 78th birthday in 2017 together with the other “Beeson Ladies.” From left, Trish’s grandniece Sydney, niece Stacey, grandniece Emma, sister Mary, Trish, daughter Sheryl, niece Terri, and grandniece Grace.
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