A journey with Alzheimer's is a challenge not only for people with the disease, but also for their caregivers.

The good news is that with the right information, resources, and adequate support, the vast majority of Alzheimer's caregivers can do a very good job until the affected loved one requires full-time professional care.

This section offers a wealth of tips on how to care for a person with Alzheimer's, such as how to help the person transition away from independent living and how to modify your home to make it safer for him or her. And if the burden of caregiving feels like too much to bear, check out the advice on taking care of yourself. You can survive -- and even thrive -- in one of the most difficult roles imaginable, caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's.