Sole CaregiverHi folks, I'm my wife's sole caregiver. Inability to stand or walk, incontenence, halucinations and lack of appetite are a daily "thing" for us. My wife and I are both...Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesCaregiving
DrivingDoes anyone have experience with a loved one flat-out REFUSING to be told they are not to drive, even after two doctors as well as two State Troopers and one...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesCaregiving
Suggestions for managing headaches with 89 year old mother with AD?Taking Aricept, Buspar, Respirdol...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesCaregivingCopingSide Effects
What's your experience with driving and dementia?This is a space to share tips and ask questions relating to driving with dementia. Driving is an extremely sensitive subject for people living with dementia. To many elderly people...Reactions0reactionsComments49 repliesCaregivingTravelSymptoms
What can make traveling easier for someone living with Alzheimer's or dementia?Do you have any tips for a calm traveling experience? What kinds of things do you consider in advance? Do you have any special items that you bring along? We'd...Reactions0reactionsComments7 repliesCaregivingResourcesTravel
Helpful Hints in relating to those with Dementia Helpful Hints in relating to those with Dementia (September 10, 2024), Sharing Lessons Learned in 10+ years as a caregiver (a 2 min read) I’ll start with my most critical...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesCaregiving
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...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesIntimacy & 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...Reactions0reactionsComments7 replies
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?...Reactions0reactionsComments13 replies
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...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesCoping