Support groups for caregivers I have not found a caregiver group locally...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesCaregiving
What are some creative ways that you can connect with your loved one?Sometimes I need to find unique ways to connect with my loved one when simply being with her isn't engaging her in meaningful ways. What are some ways that you...Reactions0reactionsComments14 repliesTips & AdviceCaregiving
How do you deal with stress and burnout?We all get burnt out. Let's talk about it. What's going on that has you feeling so burnt out? And what do you do when you're feeling burnt out?...Reactions0reactionsComments39 repliesCaregivingCoping
For those of you who have been more recently diagnosed with Alzheimer's, please tell us how you are doing.You are not alone. Come join the conversation about anything that you want to discuss....Reactions0reactionsComments34 repliesCaregivingPatientNewly Diagnosed
For those living with Alzheimer's: How can others support you when you've having a rough time? What do you wish your caregivers understood when you are having a rough time? How can others help you?...Reactions0reactionsComments7 repliesTips & AdvicePatientCaregiving
How do you stay grounded when feeling overwhelmed?It's normal to feel overwhelmed or anxious during stressful and uncertain times. It can be hard to manage those feelings. How do you cope with these feelings and what do...Reactions0reactionsComments25 repliesCaregivingTips & Advice
How do you help your loved one stay hydrated? Many people with dementia have trouble recognizing that they are thirsty or accessing water to drink, and this can affect them in several ways - worsened symptoms, UTIs, headaches, and...Reactions0reactionsComments6 repliesCaregivingDiet & NutritionTips & Advice
Fill in the blank: The most frequent question I get from others about Alzheimer’s is __________.We posted this fill-in-the-blank prompt on our Facebook page, so we wanted to see what answers we got here in our forums. Respond below!...Reactions0reactionsComments6 repliesCaregiving
How to respond to our LO’sSaw this on another page n wanted to share! So very valuable to keep in mind: 1. Never ARGUE, Instead AGREE. 2. Never REASON, Instead DIVERT. 3. Never SHAME, Instead...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesCopingAwarenessCaregiving
At Home Care, Terrible, MCU Much BetterWe provided my mother with at-home caretakers for over a year. It was incredibly expensive, and in retrospect, the quality was pretty bad. I should have paid more attention to...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesCaregiving