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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 were in the room. Desperate to talk to...

Are there such things as Alzheimer's friendly vacation locations/experiences?

I want to plan a vacation for my family, which includes a loved one with Alzheimer's and some physical limitations. Are there vacation destinations specifically designed for loved ones and...

What have others tried regarding meal options, in particular "finger foods"?

My mother is quickly losing interest in eating. Her speech therapist is recommending going to always having "finger foods" around. At the moment my mother thinks gummy bears are the...

To tell your loved one everything that’s wrong and all details or not?

My father has advanced dementia. He knows what happens in his daily life because we have hired 24/7 help. He knows he can’t drive. He knows we take care of...

Eye Health and Alzheimer's

My husband's eyes are bad he only see,s shadows ,Eye Dr.s. Are no help. Donna...

Have you had experience with, or considered, utilizing home hospice care?

Home hospice care can be a compassionate option to help someone who is living their last days to be in the comfort of their own home. We'd love to hear...

Activities for someone with moderate dementia?

My husband was diagnosed with early onset Alzheimer’s at 60. He is 63 now and not working so he is home all day. He’s not supposed to drive anymore (which...

How do I remain positive in a difficult situation as a care partner?

It's easy for me to fall into the trap of feeling unsettled and disheartened....

How do you pay for Alzheimer's care?

Long-term care is expensive. Have you managed to get assistance for paying for care? How have you tackled this part of caregiving? This is a place to share what has...

Speech therapy

Is 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...

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