Had my essay on our journey through my father's Alzheimer's published. Please read...I lost my father after an incredibly long battle with Alzheimer's about 15 months ago. Wanting to help others finding themselves in...reactions2repliesCaregivingCopingAwareness
Discussing Alzheimer's diagnosis with sister who won't admit a problem. My sister (74) is in the hospital due to heart, kidney and diabetes problems resulting from refusing to take medications or taking...reactions7repliesCoping
Accepting the diagnosis I was diagnosed with early onset 12/20/2022. I’m a retired nurse, so I’ve taken care of many in my 45 year career...reactions20repliesCopingDiagnosisPatient
Early signs of dementiaStill working FT. 75. Taking care of family member too. Realize the house is a mess and I have no energy to...reactions1replyPatientSymptoms
Help with my mumThis morning, I greeted my mother, and she seemed unsure about how she was feeling. As we discussed breakfast, she couldn't recall...reactions1replyAssisted Living
Is anyone experiencing Sunrise Syndrome? How do you manage its symptoms?Sunrise Syndrome sufferers face unique challenges when they awaken. Is that something that you deal with? What would you tell others who...reactions2repliesCopingAwarenessSymptoms
What's your experience with hearing aids?Does your loved one wear hearing aids? Have you noticed cognitive improvements with their use or decline without them? What bells or...reactions3repliesCaregivingNon Drug TreatmentsTips & Advice
Planning for our financial future My husband is in the early stages of Alzheimer’s and we are looking for a financial planner or elder care lawyer. What...reactions5repliesResourcesTips & Advice
Technology and early detentionIt is very gratifying to know that there are people who are working on the development of new alternatives to be able...reactions1replyDiagnosis
Caregivers Awareness MonthNovember is Caregivers Awareness Month! Share your journey of being a caregiver with a community that gets it....reactions3replies