Insights and stories on dementia care, caregiving, and technology.
Perspectives
A Harvard study indicates that an optimistic outlook can reduce dementia risk by 15%, offering a vital health buffer for caregivers, who often face high chronic stress. These excerpts highlight the "optimism dividend" and how Vallige provides tools for caregiver wellness.
June 11, 2026
Perspectives
Can you still travel after a dementia diagnosis? Yes, but it will look different. Learn why slowing down can create deeply connected family moments.
June 8, 2026
Caregiver Stories
Caring from 3,000 miles away: How Ryan stays deeply present in his mother's dementia journey while supporting his father from across the country. But there’s another side to the story too — the sons, daughters, and family members trying to stay deeply connected from far away.
June 8, 2026
Perspectives
June is Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month. No one should face caregiving alone. Let’s focus on the compassion and connections that still matter deeply.
June 2, 2026
Perspectives
When a loved one asks to "go home," wandering can feel frightening. But wandering is often a form of communication—and it can be met with deep compassion.
May 26, 2026
Science Simplified
"When are you coming to see me?" five minutes after you leave. If a loved one forgets your visit, what's the point? Learn how feelings outlast facts.
May 15, 2026
Perspectives
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Caring for a loved one with dementia deeply affects a family's emotional landscape. You don't have to face it alone.
May 13, 2026
Science Simplified
Midlife sleep loss raises dementia risk by 30%. For a caregiver woken at 3 AM by wandering, that number isn't abstract—it's a warning. Caregivers need care, too.
May 5, 2026
Caregiver Stories
Five years ago, caregiving wasn't part of my identity. Today, my definition of a caregiver is simple: Me. Explore a personal journey of an unexpected pivot.
April 27, 2026
Science Simplified
Beyond pharmacies and clinical memory units, research shows that one of the most powerful tools for supporting dementia care isn't a drug—it's a garden.
April 15, 2026
Product
Even in tough moments of agitation or fear, things can get better. Discover how Vallige uses Talkstories and Moodshifters to bring comfort when it's needed most.
April 14, 2026
Science Simplified
Is "digital dementia" real? While screen time gets a bad reputation, a surprising new study suggests technology might actually build up your cognitive reserve.
April 7, 2026