Understanding age and dementia

Elder Care Expo 2008 presenter Kari Berit (author of "The Unexpected Caregiver: How Boomers Can Keep Mom & Dad Active, Safe and Independent") writes:

[7 March 2008 - The Republican Eagle - Red Wing, MN] In recent years, we've become painfully aware that as age increases, so too does the potential for the onset of dementia. It’s a scary prospect, but maybe not as scary as we’ve made it. ... If you’re caregiving for a parent with dementia, here are four ways to cope.