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Traveling with Alzheimer's

Traveling with a loved one with Alzheimer's can be frustrating for everyone. Planning is key in helping to make trips tolerable. Pack your patience. Keep in mind that you are...

By Kris Bakowski

1 day ago

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My Name is Amy But I Identify as an Incidental Caregiver

As a professional in the field of Alzheimer's and related dementia disorders for over 30 years, of course, I am very familiar with all types of caregivers. I mean, after...

By Amy Matthews

3 days ago

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Benefits of Using Stuffed Animals

When I was growing up, I remember my mom and dad would buy me stuffed animals. I would love on them, care for them, and just cuddle with them. They...

By Lynn Marie Witt

September 10, 2021

Traveling with Alzheimer's

Traveling with a loved one with Alzheimer's can be frustrating for everyone. Planning is key in helping to make trips tolerable. Pack your patience. Keep in mind that you are...

By Kris Bakowski

1 day ago

My Name is Amy But I Identify as an Incidental Caregiver

As a professional in the field of Alzheimer's and related dementia disorders for over 30 years, of course, I am very familiar with all types of caregivers. I mean, after...

By Amy Matthews

3 days ago

Benefits of Using Stuffed Animals

When I was growing up, I remember my mom and dad would buy me stuffed animals. I would love on them, care for them, and just cuddle with them. They...

By Lynn Marie Witt

September 10, 2021

Traveling with Alzheimer's

Traveling with a loved one with Alzheimer's can be frustrating for everyone. Planning is key in helping to make trips tolerable. Pack your patience. Keep in mind that you are...

By Kris Bakowski

1 day ago

My Name is Amy But I Identify as an Incidental Caregiver

As a professional in the field of Alzheimer's and related dementia disorders for over 30 years, of course, I am very familiar with all types of caregivers. I mean, after...

By Amy Matthews

3 days ago

Benefits of Using Stuffed Animals

When I was growing up, I remember my mom and dad would buy me stuffed animals. I would love on them, care for them, and just cuddle with them. They...

By Lynn Marie Witt

September 10, 2021

The Secret Sauce of Caregiving: 5 Tips You Can Use Today

Let's set the record straight, shall we? Caregiving life isn't butterflies and rainbows all the time. There, I said it! Don't get me wrong, I am so grateful to be...

By Nikki Nurse

3 days ago

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When It's Time to Sell Your Loved One's Home

A typical day for me right now looks like this: shuttle the kids around and try to enjoy the last days before school starts. Clean up endless snacks and toys...

By Kelsey Ramos-Conroy

5 days ago

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Traveling with Alzheimer's

My Name is Amy But I Identify as an Incidental Caregiver

Benefits of Using Stuffed Animals

Traveling with Alzheimer's

My Name is Amy But I Identify as an Incidental Caregiver

Benefits of Using Stuffed Animals

Traveling with Alzheimer's

My Name is Amy But I Identify as an Incidental Caregiver

Benefits of Using Stuffed Animals

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