Alzheimer's is the most common form of dementia, and dementia is on the rise. So the chances are that most people reading this, not just you Diederich, have som

Alzheimer's is the most common form of dementia, and dementia is on the rise. So the chances are that most people reading this, not just you Diederich, have some form of dementia in their future. Your family history of old age doesn't include or exclude you, particularly. So you're not unusual, and you're not alone :) What can we do in the face of this horrible onslaught? Not much, but great journeys start with small steps. Donate to dementia research charities. Become an Alzheimer's friend, if you have such a thing. Volunteer in a care home, perhaps. Talk about dementia with your friends. Write to your local politician. Read about your government's policies. Just don't do nothing. Incidentally, I recommend reading Atul Gawande's Being Mortal. Not necessarily for answers, perhaps as an exhortation that we can handle things better.