Active 5 days agoTell me how alzheimers effects you and your speaking abilities?I was diagnosed with Frontal Temporal Lobe Dementia and was told that it would turn in to alzheimers because it is now effecting my speech. I'm finding out more and...Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 repliesDementia Types
Active 5 days agoHow can you talk with your children or grandchildren about taking an active role in caregiving?What are ways to help younger family members go from being observers to active caregiving participants? What do you say to them? What is your approach?...Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 repliesCaregivingFriends & Family
Active 5 days ago"What issues did you encounter when you placed your loved one in a care facility, and how did you address those issues?"This is a space to share tips and experiences about placing a loved one with Alzheimer's in a care facility. The option to place a loved one in a care...Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 repliesTips & AdviceCaregivingAssisted Living
Active 5 days agoHow do you help your loved one stay hydrated? Many people with dementia have trouble recognizing that they are thirsty or accessing water to drink, and this can affect them in several ways - worsened symptoms, UTIs, headaches, and...Reactions 0 reactions Comments6 repliesCaregivingDiet & NutritionTips & Advice
Active 7 days agoRecent diagnosis of Alzheimer's I was recently diagnosed with alzheimers. I read my in-depth cognitive study and was told I have a strong cognitive reserve thus I mask my cognitive deficts. I live alone...Reactions 0 reactions Comments20 repliesCopingDiagnosisPatient
Active 8 days agoWhat do you fear most when it comes to Alzheimer's disease?An Alzheimer's diagnosis can be overwhelming - not only for the person but for family and friends. Our community shared their insight on what they worry about the most when...Reactions 0 reactions Comments43 repliesCopingCaregivingGenetics/Hereditary Risk
MCI diagnosis, 58 years oldScared. Alone in this journey, although I do have family. 45 years of alcoholism, sober 3 years 5 months, possibly contributing to my diagnosis....Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 replies
What is one thing you would tell someone beginning their journey with Alzheimer's Disease (as a caregiver or facing the disease themselves)?We all started somewhere with this. I guess I would lovingly tell someone to brush up on their "patience" skills....Reactions 0 reactions Comments20 repliesCaregivingTips & AdviceCoping
For those of you who have been more recently diagnosed with Alzheimer's, please tell us how you are doing.You are not alone. Come join the conversation about anything that you want to discuss....Reactions 0 reactions Comments23 repliesNewly DiagnosedPatientCaregiving
Sleeping issues?Hi, I just joined this group and have a question. I think my Hubby has early onset Alzheimer's. He sleeps in his chair in the living room and has for...Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 replies