Caring For A Loved One - Seeking Advice On My Mother's ProgressionWell, my story is a sad one. I cared for my mother prior to her dementia. And have seen it progress quite...reactions4replies
Denial on part of patient. My husband was just diagnosed with Alzheimers. For the past 5 years thy called it Mild cognitive impairment. My biggest problem is...reactions3replies
Recording Family life storiesCurious if anyone has spent some time recording the life stories of their parents / grandparents (particularly if they are affected by Alzheimer's)?...reactions6repliesIntimacy & Relationships
How do you deal with Alzheimer's anger?I'm a caregiver for a lady that is 94. I know about the Sundowners symptoms but lately she gets furious and tries...reactions4repliesCaregiving
How do you manage your loved one's agitation?What to you do when they become agitated with computer games and starts yelling and cursing at the tv as if they...reactions3repliesCaregivingTips & Advice
Dressing strategies and techniques?As your loved one's Alzheimer's progresses, it can be increasingly challenging to change their clothes. There are many reasons why this might...reactions12replies
Will I get dementia?My oldest sister died October 25 from dementia. Now it is me and my middle sister left. Wondering what the chances are...reactions3repliesDiagnosis
Does anyone have advice about conservatorship?Hi, anyone here experienced with a conservatorship? Thank you....reactions7repliesCaregiving
How do I get him to participate My husband was diagnosed in 2017. He was never a person that enjoyed games or puzzles. His main interest has always been...reactions1replyCaregiving
Need somewhere for a consult that will work with the VAI have had the bloodwork needed to determine if I could handle some of the new treatments available ..I passed so I...reactions2repliesNewly DiagnosedTreatment