Words matter: Instead of saying "_______" say "______".When trying to defuse or lessen a stressful situation with a loved one who is living with Alzheimer's disease, it is crucial to choose your words wisely. Use encouraging, consoling...Reactions 0 reactions Comments5 repliesTips & AdviceCaregiving
Family, Friends and FireworksHolidays can be wonderful family times, but they can also be stressful with the change in routine and extra excitement. How was the 4th of July for care partners and...Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 repliesCopingCaregivingFriends & Family
What joyful experiences have you had as a caregiver? What are some uplifting times that you have had? Being a caregiver can be exhausting and draining but there are those moments that are priceless. What are yours?...Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 repliesCopingCaregiving
Memory Warriors - A Support Group for Those WITH Alzheimer's.Memory Warriors is a support group on Facebook for those WITH dementia or memory loss. Members have experienced, are experiencing, or expect to experience similar happenings. A great place to...Reactions 0 reactions Comments12 replies
"Ask Me Anything!" - Your Questions, answered by our Health Leaders!On November 15th, we hosted an IG Live “Ask Me Anything” event! This was an opportunity to show the hearts behind AlzheimersDisease.net - our caregivers! Thank you for submitting your...Reactions 0 reactions Comments22 repliesTips & Advice
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...Reactions 0 reactions Comments4 repliesCopingSundowningAwareness
Abandon Telling anyone is like saying goodbye. But we need these relationships to get to the end of the journey, it's terrifying 😳 😬 😫...Reactions 0 reactions Comments3 replies
How do you approach family members about help?In our house, caregiving is a family affair. We need to rely on each other to support our loved one and help pick up the slack when we need a...Reactions 0 reactions Comments10 repliesCaregivingIntimacy & Relationships
Relationship issues in early stagesMy LO has a history of Alz in family and has been being treated for MCI for the last couple of years. Decided not to see a neurologist after the...Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 repliesIntimacy & Relationships