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.

Can dementia patients still drive safely?

People with dementia may be able to drive safely in the very early stages of their condition, but as dementia progresses, it increasingly impairs critical abilities needed for safe driving. Dementia affects memory, judgment, reaction time, and the ability to…

Can GPS trackers help dementia caregivers?

Gps trackers sits at the center of this dementia and brain health question. GPS trackers can be extremely helpful for dementia caregivers by providing real-time location monitoring, enhancing safety, and offering peace of mind. These devices help caregivers keep track…

Why do dementia patients forget directions?

Dementia patients often forget directions because dementia fundamentally disrupts the brain’s ability to process, store, and retrieve spatial and memory information. This happens due to damage or deterioration in specific brain regions responsible for memory, orientation, and spatial awareness. The…

Can dementia patients recognize danger?

Dementia patients sits at the center of this dementia and brain health question. Dementia profoundly affects the brain’s ability to process information, make decisions, and respond appropriately to the environment. One critical question that arises for caregivers and loved ones…