Early stages of dementia/alzeimersmy husband (86 yrs) is i the beginning of dementia/alzheimers. What bothers me is when I informed the doctor of his forgetfulness and the doctor gave him a memory test...reactions1replyTips & AdviceSymptoms
Use of ChatGPT to help manage careI think this system will be quite useful in helping me manage the care of my wife. As a start, I typed in the following statement: My wife has Alzheimer's...reactions3repliesCaregivingTips & AdviceCoping
What do you wish others knew about being a caregiver?It can sometimes be hard to express what it’s like to be on the journey of Alzheimer's caregiving. What do you wish others knew about your caregiving experience? Share below!...reactions59repliesAwarenessCaregivingFriends & FamilyTips & Advice
Husband had become very sensitive Conversations between us are becoming very strained and often end up in arguments. He gets sensitive and then sulks if I can’t answer his questions right away or if I...reactions9repliesCaregivingTips & AdviceWork & Employment
Help with using the bathroomI am new to this discussion board and I'm hoping to get some help and ideas. I am living with my 89 year mom who has moderate Alzheimer's/dementia. She is...reactions1replyCaregivingTips & Advice
Eye Health and Alzheimer'sMy husband's eyes are bad he only see,s shadows ,Eye Dr.s. Are no help. Donna...reactions3repliesTips & Advice
Speech therapyIs there any value in speech therapy? I've heard that it doesn't really do any good. I would like to know if anyone has seen any benefit for their loved...reactions2repliesTips & Advice
What strategies do you use to help redirect your loved ones living with Alzheimer's disease?I was a caregiver to both of my parents, with the Alzheimer's Disease diagnosis. It was very important to me, to respect my loved ones for where they were at...reactions14repliesCaregivingCopingTips & 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...reactions25repliesAwarenessTips & Advice
How do you handle change with your loved one?There are a lot of changes with this disease. How do you help your loved one deal with the changes?...reactions28repliesCaregivingCopingTips & Advice