CBS News New York takes a look at what's being done to help New Yorkers living with the disease, and those who are caring for them.

Maureen McElvanney is one of a growing number of people with Alzheimer's who have been prescribed gardening to help cope with their symptoms. The 87-year-old great grandmother has had a lifelong love ...

New research suggests that certain antidepressants could accelerate cognitive decline in dementia patients, though outside experts urge caution in interpreting the findings.

For many, the word home conjures up feelings of safety, comfort, and security—the ultimate cozy-blanket vibe. That’s why it ...

Two widely touted Alzheimer’s drugs have been shown to enable patients to remain in their homes for longer periods of time.

A 'game-changing' trial found that patients looked after by carers or relatives at home could ... carers to help them achieve their priorities, the Times reported. A total of 302 dementia ...

Doctors often use antidepressants to manage the depression, anxiety and agitation that accompanies a diagnosis of dementia ... However, patients and their caregivers should not overreact to ...

Dementia patients ... continue to live in their own homes could help to improve wellbeing, reduce inequalities in accessing treatment, and be cost-effective. The one-year study, published in Lancet ...

Two widely touted Alzheimer’s drugs have been shown to enable patients to remain in their homes, living independently ... due to Alzheimer disease dementia, treatment with either lecanemab ...

However, patients and their ... kept at home?” Isaacson continued. “Could they become more withdrawn, socially restricted and apathetic? Very probably.” The more severe the dementia, the ...