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Dementia Education and Caregiver Resources
Navigating memory loss or a dementia diagnosis can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. The Cleveland Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center (CADRC) offers trusted, evidence-based information and practical tools designed to support patients, families, and caregivers at every stage of the journey.
Here, you’ll find easy-to-understand facts about dementia, answers to common questions, educational videos, guidance on local support services, and clear explanations of the advanced imaging techniques used in Alzheimer’s research.
Alzheimer’s Disease & Dementia Basics
Get clear, easy-to-understand information about Alzheimer’s and related dementias — what they are, how they develop, and the symptoms you may notice over time. These pages provide essential knowledge to help patients and caregivers better recognize and understand memory changes.
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Understanding Tests & Brain Imaging
Find straightforward explanations of the tests, scans, and biomarkers used to study Alzheimer’s and related dementias. These pages walk you through what each test measures, what to expect during procedures, and how imaging helps researchers understand brain changes over time.
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Alzheimer’s Disease & Dementia Basics
Get clear, easy-to-understand information about Alzheimer’s and related dementias — what they are, how they develop, and the symptoms you may notice over time. These pages provide essential knowledge to help patients and caregivers better recognize and understand memory changes.
Click the links below for more on:
Understanding Tests & Brain Imaging
Find straightforward explanations of the tests, scans, and biomarkers used to study Alzheimer’s and related dementias. These pages walk you through what each test measures, what to expect during procedures, and how imaging helps researchers understand brain changes over time.
Click the links below for more on:
Watch short, easy-to-follow videos featuring clinicians, researchers, and community partners as they explain dementia, caregiving strategies, early detection, and current research. A helpful resource for learning at your own pace.
Access a curated list of Northeast Ohio support services — from caregiver programs and clinical care options to support groups and community organizations — designed to help individuals and families navigate daily life with dementia.
Medications & Treatment Updates
Medications & Treatment Updates
Get the Latest News & Research Updates with the Mind Matters Newsletter
Get the latest news, research updates, and community events from the Cleveland Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center. Our quarterly newsletter Mind Matters shares stories of progress, education, and hope – keeping you informed and involved in the fight against Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias.
