How can businesses make things easier for Alzheimer’s patients and their caregivers From stores to hairdressers and everything in between, share your best thoughts....reactions1replyCaregivingCoping
Are you a stressed dementia caregiver?I am a dementia educator. Hello. I'm here to give support and share. Is this you? Are you a stressed dementia caregiver?...reactions5repliesCaregivingCopingTips & Advice
Caregiving for a loved one by yourselfI was a solo caregiver for my mom, with the Alzheimer's Disease diagnosis. It was difficult. I often felt alone, wasn't sleeping...reactionsrepliesCaregivingCoping
Does your loved one get confused about the television shows they watch and think they are really happening?I am finding that my loved one is getting confused between reality and what she is watching on television. Is this common...reactionsrepliesCaregivingTips & AdviceSymptoms
Words matter.What does it mean to you to be a caregiver vs. a care partner? We'd love to hear your thoughts!...reactions4repliesCaregiving
Have you had to manage your own chronic illness while also being a caregiver?Hello my AlzheimersDisease.net family. I recently wrote an article discussing my journey as a caretaker for both parents with the Alzheimer's Disease...reactions6repliesCaregiving
When You Care For My Loved One, You Care for MeBeing a dementia caregiver is hard. My friends who know my mom and the disease she lives with have one of two...reactionsrepliesCaregivingFriends & FamilyAwareness
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...reactionsrepliesFriends & FamilyCopingCaregiving
What have others tried regarding meal options, in particular "finger foods"?My mother is quickly losing interest in eating. Her speech therapist is recommending going to always having "finger foods" around. At the...reactions4repliesCaregivingDiet & NutritionTips & Advice
How do I remain positive in a difficult situation as a care partner?It's easy for me to fall into the trap of feeling unsettled and disheartened....reactionsrepliesCopingCaregivingDepression