My grandfather wanted to avoid a long-term care facility. Keeping that promise was incredibly hard.

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I had to sell my mom's home to cover assisted living costs. Downsizing her belongings brought us together.

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The author's mom is enjoying trying on hats.

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A brain-training game that takes about 2 hours a week can reduce your risk of developing dementia by 25%, study finds

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Speed training can lower your risk of developing dementia by 25%, according to a new study.

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I spent years traveling nonstop. It took me too long to admit my 'dream life' was actually horrible for my health.

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Traveling nonstop sounds incredible, but it can come with some serious drawbacks.

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Creatine, ADHD video games: The quest for a better brain is turning into a gold rush

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We left the Bay Area to care for my mother-in-law in the South of France. The visa was easy — everything else wasn't.

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Lin Koh.

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Chris Hemsworth says caring for his dad with Alzheimer's has reshaped his priorities as a father

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Chris Hemsworth says his dad's diagnosis prompted him to reevaluate his own priorities in life.

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My parents moved in with us to care for my husband when he was diagnosed with Alzheimer's at 46.

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The real cost of caring for aging parents — and the lessons behind it

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Caring for aging parents can be one of the most emotional and financially challenging experiences in adult life — but it can also be immensely rewarding. Four Americans share how they became caregivers to their elderly parents, and the lessons learned along the way.

The founder of a longevity startup said he follows 5 habits to curb brain aging after his dad was diagnosed with Alzheimer's

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Dugal Bain-Kim, CEO of Lifeforce

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