F.O.U.R. steps to celebrate July 4 in a dementia-friendly manner
Fireworks and gatherings are staples of the July 4th holiday, but these can create unique challenges for families affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other dementia-related illnesses. With Independence Day approaching, the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America is advising families to follow the F.O.U.R. steps to create a dementia-friendly Fourth of July.
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