Are blood based biomarkers beneficial?Hi everyone. There’s been a lot of promising studies around Blood based bio markers in accurately predicting the presence of Alzheimer’s in a person. I was curious to see what...Reactions0reactionsComments15 repliesAwarenessDiagnosis
Finally found a helpful ForumI was recently diagnosed with early Dementia on December 24. I could write a long multi-paragraph intro, but that is not my intent. Please don't mistake what I am going...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesNewly DiagnosedDiagnosisPatient
Have you taken FMLA to care for your loved one with Alzheimer's disease?FMLA allows employees to go on leave for up to 12 work weeks in a year. This leave is unpaid but you are able to keep your health benefits during...Reactions0reactionsComments14 repliesCaregivingResources
Virtual Online Support GroupsDoes anyone know of any online video support groups?...Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
How has your life changed after placing a loved one in senior or assisted living?As the needs of a loved one with Alzheimer's progress and change, many family caregivers find themselves transitioning their loved one to assisted living. How has your life changed after...Reactions0reactionsComments0 repliesAssisted LivingCopingCaregiving
How do you navigate getting your loved one to various appointments?A disruption in schedule can wreak havoc on a day. But what happens when you must schedule an appointment for your loved one? Whether it be a doctor's appointment, a...Reactions0reactionsComments22 repliesCaregivingTips & Advice
My spouse is becoming increasingly difficult for me to control Control...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesCopingTips & Advice
How can we best treat those living with Alzheimer's with dignity? Treating someone with a little dignity can go a long way. What are some things that you would like people to consider when interacting with you or your loved one...Reactions0reactionsComments14 repliesAwarenessTips & Advice
How do I keep my spouse from obsessing?My husband has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s and vascular impairment. He’s been obsessing on our taxes and keeps wanting to go through our paperwork and he either misplaces things or...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesCaregiving
Change in interests - What to make of this?My husband was dx 2 years ago with early alzs. So many times, it doesn't seem to fit. Then, "there it is." Lately he has ordered many fake flowers and...Reactions0reactionsComments2 replies