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Caring for someone with

agitation in Alzheimer's dementia?

Help for those helping a loved one

Barbara Corcoran is­ a real estate mogul, business expert, and television personality. But she was also a caregiver for her late mother, Florence, who lived with symptoms of agitation in Alzheimer’s dementia. This is her story.

Agitation in Alzheimer's dementia is a common condition related to Alzheimer’s dementia. Learn more below about Barbara’s journey caring for her mother and what you should know if you have a loved one living with this condition.

“I Wish I Knew” Video Series

Get insights from Barbara on what she wished she understood before beginning her journey helping care for her mother.

Caring for a loved one with agitation in Alzheimer’s dementia is never easy, but the more you know, the better prepared you could be to help them.

Learn more about this condition

What is agitation in
Alzheimer’s dementia?

Agitation in Alzheimer’s dementia is a condition related to Alzheimer's that is diagnosed and treated separately. It can cause a wide variety of symptoms ranging from general restlessness to verbal and even physical aggression.

Nearly one in two people living with Alzheimer's experiences agitation in Alzheimer's dementia. If your loved one is showing signs, take a symptom questionnaire to discuss with their doctor.

Types of symptoms Restlessness Verbal aggression Physical aggression
Take the questionnaire and learn about the symptoms
Types of symptoms Restlessness Verbal aggression Physical aggression

Helpful resources

You don’t have to go it alone in caring for your loved one. There are many resources available to help you navigate the journey. Here are just a few.

AlzNavigator

This useful site from the Alzheimer's Association helps you build an action plan based on your specific needs in caring for your loved one. 

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Community Resource Finder

The Community Resource Finder helps you locate programs, events, home care, housing options, and medical services in your area.

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AlzConnected Behaviors Forum

Exchange experiences with other caregivers in this helpful online forum.

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National Institute on Aging

This NIH site features a wealth of information on agitation in Alzheimer's dementia and caregiving. 

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