Where can I get Help?Good Afternoon, Everyone this my first time here. I would like to know where I can get guidance,help. To what doctor to see,what test I should get done. I recently...reactions3repliesCaregivingDementia TypesResearch & Clinical Trials
What's the toilet for? Incontinence and bathroom are our main problem.I read a lot on Alz websites and resources about incontinence or when your loved one does want to go to the bathroom. What about when their brain no longer...reactions47repliesResourcesSymptomsCaregiving
Advice for how to approach parents about cognitive issues when they will be in complete denial? The signs are there, but every time we've suggested that there may be some cognitive issues with our Mom, there is complete denial and excuses. I know this community has...reactions1replyCaregivingTips & Advice
Does your loved one living with Alzheimer’s disease live in your home with you?Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s Disease is challenging. Bringing them into your home has particular challenges, especially if you are still raising your own family. It’s a whole...reactions9repliesCaregivingFriends & Family
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...reactions5repliesCaregiving
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...reactions4repliesCaregiving
Suggestions for managing headaches with 89 year old mother with AD?Taking Aricept, Buspar, Respirdol...reactions3repliesCopingSide EffectsCaregiving
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...reactions49repliesSymptomsCaregivingTravel
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...reactions7repliesCaregivingResourcesTravel
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...reactions2repliesCaregiving