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The Cost of Alzheimer’s and Long-Term Care: What Maine Families Should Plan For

/ Alzheimer’s & Dementia Resources, Dementia, Long-term care / 8 minutes of reading

September is World Alzheimer’s Month, a time to raise awareness about Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia, as well as the impact these conditions can have on individuals and their families. For Maine families, that impact is not only medical and emotional. Alzheimer’s disease can also have a significant financial impact, particularly as a

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Multigenerational family together during World Alzheimer’s Month, highlighting conversations about long-term care planning for Maine families.

World Alzheimer’s Month: A Good Time to Talk About What Comes Next

/ Alzheimer’s & Dementia Resources, Dementia, Long-term care / 6 minutes of reading

September is World Alzheimer’s Month, and for many of us, Alzheimer’s disease is not an abstract issue. We know someone who has been affected by it. A parent or grandparent. A spouse. A neighbor. A friend. And we have seen that an Alzheimer’s diagnosis rarely affects just one person. It can change life for an

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Illustration of a human brain with a purple Alzheimer’s awareness ribbon and text 'November is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month' on a colorful background.

November is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month

/ Alzheimer’s & Dementia Resources, Dementia / 3 minutes of reading

National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month – Understanding, Supporting, and Taking Action In 1983, President Ronald Reagan designated November as National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month. The goal was — and still is — to raise awareness about Alzheimer’s disease, share caregiving resources, connect families with organizations that can help, and raise funds to find a cure.

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Life After A Dementia Diagnosis

/ Dementia / 3 minutes of reading

Dementia Care Planning: Legal, Financial, and Family Steps Many older adults diagnosed with dementia are unprepared for the future care they will need. Once a dementia diagnosis is given, it is critical to start planning immediately. Having a clear plan in place helps reduce stress, protect assets, and ensure the best possible care for your

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Two women sitting together on a park bench having a quiet conversation — symbolizing the importance of talking openly about dementia and planning for the future.

Dementia Affects Famous and Everyday People: Why Early Planning Matters

/ Dementia / 3 minutes of reading

Jack Hanna’s Dementia Diagnosis: A Reminder to Plan Ahead Jack Hanna — beloved wildlife expert, author, TV personality, and producer known for his work on Animal Adventures, Voices for Wildlife, and Into the Wild — has stepped away from public life after being diagnosed with dementia, now believed to be Alzheimer’s disease. Fondly called “Jungle

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