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...reactions12replies
Less common symptoms Besides the symptoms of memory impairment and thinking impairment, I have significant apathy. I am 71 years old. I was diagnosed one year ago with Alzheimer’s disease. I am also...reactions8repliesSymptoms
Recovering from being startled?A member asked this question on Facebook. I'm hoping other members will be able to provide feedback for him. -"I wish I could connect with others who have come back...reactions3repliesCopingTips & AdvicePatientDepression
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...reactions2repliesCaregivingCopingAwareness
Discussing Alzheimer's diagnosis with sister who won't admit a problem. My sister (74) is in the hospital due to heart, kidney and diabetes problems resulting from refusing to take medications or taking too much insulin at other times. She has...reactions7repliesCoping
Accepting the diagnosis I was diagnosed with early onset 12/20/2022. I’m a retired nurse, so I’ve taken care of many in my 45 year career. I’m terrified of what’s to come. I cry...reactions20repliesPatientDiagnosisCoping
Early signs of dementiaStill working FT. 75. Taking care of family member too. Realize the house is a mess and I have no energy to clean up. Wearing same clothes a lot. Not...reactions1replySymptomsPatient
Help with my mumThis morning, I greeted my mother, and she seemed unsure about how she was feeling. As we discussed breakfast, she couldn't recall if she had eaten. I reassured her and...reactions1replyAssisted Living
No one sees the "little" things that make me so sadMy husband was diagnosed with early onset three years ago at age 57. He is still able to do lots of things (garden, golf, church)...but as empty nesters, I am...reactions31repliesCopingCaregivingFriends & Family
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?...reactions2repliesCopingAwarenessSymptoms