Active 8 days agoWhere is the support for the victims of this disease?I was diagnosed with Mild Cognitive Impairment almost 3 years ago and I don’t see any discussion for those who are facing this horrible disease. I see lots of articles...Reactions0reactionsComments15 repliesAwarenessDementia TypesPatient
Have you been diagnosed with Alzheimer's? What do you wish your family and friends understood about what you're going through?Dementia can make everyday tasks and communication challenging for the person living with the disease and their loved ones. For our community members diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, what are some...Reactions0reactionsComments18 repliesAwarenessFriends & FamilyTips & Advice
Had my essay on our journey through my father's Alzheimer's published. Please read...I lost my father after an incredibly long battle with Alzheimer's about 15 months ago. Wanting to help others finding themselves in the same horrible and overwhelming situation, I wrote...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesCopingAwarenessCaregiving
Is anyone experiencing Sunrise Syndrome? How do you manage its symptoms?Sunrise Syndrome sufferers face unique challenges when they awaken. Is that something that you deal with? What would you tell others who are facing this?...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesCopingAwarenessSymptoms
Daylight Savings Some people are highly affected by daylight savings and some are not. I find that closing the blinds early and turning on a few more lights in the house helps...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesSundowningCopingAwareness
after losing my mom to dementia My mom had Alzheimer’s- We had her tested by local dr that specializes in this area.. My Dad probably had a bit of it as well ( both in their...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesDiagnosisDementia TypesAwareness
Remembering certain things.My father has been in assisted living for months. We pay for extra help every day and weekends at the facility because he just can figure out anything anymore such...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesAwareness
How to respond to our LO’sSaw this on another page n wanted to share! So very valuable to keep in mind: 1. Never ARGUE, Instead AGREE. 2. Never REASON, Instead DIVERT. 3. Never SHAME, Instead...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesCopingAwarenessCaregiving
Are blood based biomarkers beneficial?Hi everyone. There’s been a lot of promising studies around Blood based bio markers in accurately predicting the presence of Alzheimer’s in a person. I was curious to see what...Reactions0reactionsComments15 repliesAwarenessDiagnosis
How can we best treat those living with Alzheimer's with dignity? Treating someone with a little dignity can go a long way. What are some things that you would like people to consider when interacting with you or your loved one...Reactions0reactionsComments14 repliesAwarenessTips & Advice