Steve

Steve

Steve is the founder and lead writer of HelpDementia.com, a resource for family caregivers, adult children, and spouses navigating Alzheimer's disease, vascular dementia, Lewy body dementia, frontotemporal dementia, and other forms of dementia. Since 2019, he has researched and reported on memory care strategies, caregiver burnout, brain-health science, sundowning, dementia-friendly activities, and emerging treatments for Parkinson's disease dementia — translating clinical studies into plain-language guides families can use. HelpDementia.com is here to make every caregiver feel less alone and better equipped for what comes next.

Hand Tremors and Dementia

Hand tremors sits at the center of this dementia and brain health question. Hand tremors involve shaking in the hands that happens without trying. They can point to different health issues, including some types of dementia. In simple terms, tremors…

Coordination Problems in Dementia

People Dementia Suddenly — Why do people with dementia suddenly start humming or singing

Coordination problems sits at the center of this dementia and brain health question. Coordination Problems in Dementia Dementia affects the brain in many ways, and one common issue is trouble with coordination. This means people may struggle to move their…

Stiffness and Dementia Explained

Stiffness and Dementia is a topic many families navigating dementia care want answered clearly. This article explains what stiffness and dementia means for daily life, what to expect, and what families can do today. It draws on guidance from the…

Why Dementia Patients Move Slower

Cognitive Assessments Billed — How Cognitive Assessments Are Billed Under Medicare

Dementia patients sits at the center of this dementia and brain health question. People with dementia often move slower because brain changes from the disease affect the areas that control movement, muscle strength, and coordination. This slowness shows up in…

Movement Changes in Dementia Explained

Some Dementia Patients — Why Some Dementia Patients Experience Intense Dreams or Nightmares and What to Do

Movement changes sits at the center of this dementia and brain health question. Movement Changes in Dementia Explained Dementia affects more than just memory. It often changes how people move their bodies as the disease progresses. These shifts can start…

Melatonin Changes in Dementia

I Suddenly Forget — Why do I suddenly forget how to spell simple words?

Melatonin changes sits at the center of this dementia and brain health question. Melatonin Changes in Dementia Melatonin is a hormone made by the pineal gland in the brain. It helps control sleep and wake cycles. In healthy people, melatonin…

How Light Exposure Affects Dementia Sleep

Dementia Life Expectancy Chart by Stage — guide for families planning care

Light Exposure is a topic many families navigating dementia care want answered clearly. This article explains what light exposure means for daily life, what to expect, and what families can do today. It draws on guidance from the National Institute…