Every person diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease or a related disorder deserves the following rights:

To be informed of one's diagnosis.

To have appropriate, ongoing medical care.

To be productive in work and play for as long as possible.

To be treated like an adult, not like a child.

To have expressed feelings taken seriously.

To be free from psychotropic medications, if possible.

To live in a safe, structured, and predictable environment.

To enjoy meaningful activities that fill each day.

To be out-of-doors on a regular basis.

To have physical contact including hugging, caressing, and hand-holding.

To be with persons who know one’s life story, including cultural and religious traditions.

To be cared for by individuals well-trained in dementia care.