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...reactions2repliesCaregivingDementia TypesIntimacy & Relationships
Medication management advice?I'm trying to find a good way to managing dispensing and tracking medication. My husband is able to use dispenser that drops his doses by sliding a lever. But today...reactions10repliesCaregiving
Food struggles?Does anyone's loved one struggle with the mechanics of eating? My husband takes his sandwiches apart now, has trouble with hand held things like pizza and has a hard time...reactions1replyCopingDiet & NutritionCaregiving
Looking for caregiverMy husband has long term care how Can I looking for a cargiver...reactions2repliesCaregivingResources
Do you have a tracking device? I need one for the car or one to out in my husband’s wrist that he can’t take off....reactions30repliesCaregiving
Changes in behavior due to dehydration?Has anyone noticed worsening changes in behavior or symptoms in their loved one as a result of dehydration? How did you figure out that this was the issue? What did...reactions1replyDiet & NutritionCaregiving
Other caregivers and Alzheimer's - Suggestions for switching up the day?There are days that my client doesn't want to do a thing including combing her hair. Her daughter would like me to get her out but regardless of where I...reactions10repliesCaregiving
Words matter: Instead of saying "_______" say "______".When trying to defuse or lessen a stressful situation with a loved one who is living with Alzheimer's disease, it is crucial to choose your words wisely. Use encouraging, consoling...reactions5repliesTips & AdviceCaregiving
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 the same horrible and overwhelming situation, I wrote...reactions2repliesCaregivingCopingAwareness
No one sees the "little" things that make me so sadMy husband was diagnosed with early onset three years ago at age 57. He is still able to do lots of things (garden, golf, church)...but as empty nesters, I am...reactions31repliesCopingCaregivingFriends & Family