For anyone providing Alzheimer’s care for a loved one, getting to a doctor’s appointment can feel like an expedition. Something as small as putting on shoes or explaining where you’re going can trigger confusion and distress. Add the drive, the waiting room, and the bustle of the clinic, and what should be a routine checkup becomes emotionally and physically draining.

Now, a major medical breakthrough is changing that. The FDA has approved Leqembi® injections for at-home use, giving families a new way to manage Alzheimer’s treatment with less disruption and more dignity.

What Makes Leqembi Different

Leqembi (lecanemab-irmb) is part of a new class of Alzheimer’s medications designed to clear amyloid beta plaques—the sticky proteins that accumulate in the brain and interfere with memory and cognition.

When the drug was first approved in 2023, it could only be delivered through an IV infusion every two weeks. For patients with dementia, this often meant stressful, exhausting trips to the hospital.

That process has now been simplified. After a short series of infusions, patients can receive a once-a-week injection at home using an autoinjector device that works in seconds. For many families, that small shift feels like a miracle.

A Promising Step Forward

Leqembi doesn’t cure Alzheimer’s, but it has been shown to slow cognitive decline by about 27% over an 18-month period. Nearly half of participants in clinical studies even saw visible reductions in amyloid plaques on brain scans.

More importantly, this progress translates into time—more opportunities to share memories, conversations, and laughter before the disease progresses further.

The benefits of the at-home option include:

• Comfort and familiarity during treatment
• Reduced stress from avoiding medical environments
• Fewer hours lost to travel and waiting
• Improved quality of life for both patients and caregivers

The Hidden Toll of Medical Visits

For individuals with dementia, consistency is crucial. Changes in environment and routine can quickly lead to agitation or confusion. A simple outing may trigger behavioral symptoms that take hours—or even days—to settle. That’s why minimizing disruption is such an important part of effective Alzheimer’s care.

The Broader Shift to Home-Based Health Care

The approval of at-home Leqembi represents a growing trend in modern medicine: bringing care directly to the home. For Alzheimer’s patients, this means comfort, calm, and continuity—all of which play a vital role in emotional stability and overall well-being.

At Traditions Home Health Services, we see the same results every day through our in-home dementia care services. Our caregivers help preserve routine, reduce stress, and create meaningful moments that strengthen connection and trust.

A Brighter Path Forward

Every advancement in Alzheimer’s treatment reminds us that progress is possible. The ability to administer Leqembi at home isn’t just a medical achievement—it’s a compassionate step toward making life easier for families living with the disease.

If your loved one has Alzheimer’s and you’re looking for extra support, Traditions Home Health Services can help. We proudly serve families in Boston, Cambridge, Newton, and throughout Eastern Massachusetts, with live-in care available throughout New Hampshire, Connecticut, and Massachusetts, providing reliable care that brings peace of mind home.

Call (617) 376-3711 to learn more about how we can help your family through each stage of care.