Helpful Apps for Alzheimer's & Dementia Caregivers

By Anna Hazard

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Part 2 - Helpful Apps for Alzheimer's & Dementia Caregivers + Patients
Part 3 - Helpful Apps for Alzheimer's & Dementia Patients
Part 4 - Helpful Apps for Alzheimer's & Dementia  Support

Introduction

Unlike our previous collections of more general caregiving apps that have been posted before [Part 1, Part 2] these particular apps for smartphones, both iOS (iPhone & iPad) and Android, have explicitly been tailored for caregivers of Alzheimer's and dementia patients with cognitive decline.
 
While all apps aren't available across all platforms, there's a wide variety of choices for those seeking information, support, and advice when it comes to dealing with these difficult diseases.

Apps for Caregivers

Alzheimer’s Disease Pocketcard

• iOS  | Android (Free)
  
• For healthcare professionals
• Helps physicians & other health professionals assess & care for patients through updates of the latest information on detection, diagnosis & management and with interactive tools to further diagnose cognition & function.

Balance: For Alzheimer's Caregivers

• iOS ($0.99)
  
• Allows one to coordinate info such as daily medication schedules, doctor's appointments, and news updates between different caregivers in real time as well as notifying doctors of any changes in symptoms. It also acts as a senior care guide and Alzheimer's disease reference.
  

Dementia Caregiver Solutions

• iOS ($2.99)
  
• Provides an overview + professional advice regarding dementia & Alzheimer's  with text guides & solutions for dealing with patient's difficult behavior

Alzheimer's Caregiver Buddy

• iOS | Android (Free)
  
• Get quick tips, advice, and further guides when it comes to dealing with various Alzheimer's or dementia based situations from wandering to dealing with challenging behavior to  daily routines.
  

Dementia Support

• iOS | Android (Free)
  
• Provides information & advice for caregivers dealing with dementia patients with tips for a practical approach to home care
  

Alzheimer's & Other Dementias Daily Companion

• iOS | Android (Free)
  
• Resource for tips and practical advice from experts and other members when it comes to dealing with difficult patient behavior. Includes access to other caregiving resources and training materials as well the ability to rate and upload your own advice.
  

Comfort Zone Check-In Mobile

• iOS | Android (Free)
• Used in tandem with a subscription to the Alzheimer's Association's Comfort Zone Check-In Service which allows multiple caregivers from multiple locations to keep track & check on an Alzheimer's patient

Alzheimer Watcher

• Android (Free)
• Relays vital signs & GPS position to caregiver's cell phones via text messaging for Alzheimer's sufferer's who have been outfitted with Arduino sensor boards.

Nudgu

• iOS | Android (Free 30 Day Demo, $11.99 monthly subscription)
• For those caregivers of patients who don't use smartphones, this app allows one to record personal reminder messages in advance and have them sent to a patient's home phone number at pre-scheduled times. (Up to 100 messages per month for the basic plan)
  

Memory Box

• iOS | Android(Free)
• Memory aid and conversation starter for caregivers to use when dealing with Alzheimer's or dementia patients. Includes visual, musical, and text support and tips for helpful interaction.

Alzheimer's Story Starters

• iOS | Android (Free):
• Conversation and story starter suggestions for caregivers to better interact with Alzheimer's & dementia patients.