care taker supportI have the beginning stages of dementia and have found discussion groups for people with dementia but have no groups or discussions for the care takers. Do you know of...reactions2repliesIntimacy & RelationshipsDementia TypesCaregiving
My person keeps scratching himself. Any advice?Hi everyone my person scratches himself alot and bleeds then picks himself. Help thanks in advance...reactions7replies
When your loved one acts NORMAL in front of others!Have you ever shared your loved one's Alzheimer's behaviors only to have them step up and act perfectly normal in front of friends and family?...reactions13replies
I try to stay calm and do deep breathing and try to get plenty of sleepI am 80 years as is my husband. I have been my husband's primary caregiver for many years. Fortunately, I don't get lonely and keep myself busy at home in...reactions1replyCoping
Just a comment - taking care of a spouseSeems like most of the comments/stories are about the love ones Mother or Father. How about the husband taking care of wife....reactions1reply
I try to stay calm and do deep breathing and try to get plenty of sleepI am 80 years old as is my husband. Fortunately, I don't get lonely I like my own company and can manage most times with the help of some carers...reactionsreplies
Awful DayToday my oldest daughter decided that I don't have Alzheimer's and that this last year was all just an act. I have been through hell and have lost so much...reactions23repliesDepressionPatient
Are there any teens or young adults that also have a parent with Alzheimer’s?I am 21 years old and my mom is on the last stage of early onset Alzheimer’s. She is only 53 years old. I have never seen, met or heard...reactions1replyCoping
How do you keep your home safe?Nightlights, guardrails, slip pads - what tools do you use to make sure every room in your home is safe to manage morning and night?...reactions5repliesTips & AdviceCopingResources
What is your relationship with your/loved one's health care team? How do you feel your healthcare team supports you in managing you/your loved one's health? If positive, what advice would you give to others who might be struggling? If not...reactions6repliesHealthcare Team