What do you do if your loved one with dementia exhibits sexually inappropriate behaviors?Hypersexuality is a possible symptom of dementia that is especially hard to deal with. It can make spouses and other loved ones...reactionsrepliesCaregivingIntimacy & RelationshipsTips & Advice
TrappedMy sister and I are the last survivors of our rather (large) family. We are both in our 60s, for the past...reactions2repliesCaregivingFriends & FamilyTips & Advice
Ideas for holiday season stressMy husband is almost 70 with early- mid (IDK) Alzheimer's. I am 72. We have been under tremendous stress since Hurricane Helene...reactions10repliesTips & Advice
The loss of a loved one is hard. Grieving is personal yet so connected. What are some ways you navigate grief while paying tribute to your loved one? Share your thoughts with our community members....reactionsrepliesGrief Tips & Advice
What's next after a diagnosis? Visualization of the dementia progression scaleHi! I"m new here, I was a carer for my mother 24/7 for 7 years and worked with other carers to help...reactions4repliesTips & Advice
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...reactions1replyCaregivingTips & Advice
How do you keep your home safe?Nightlights, guardrails, slip pads - what tools do you use to make sure every room in your home is safe to manage...reactions5repliesTips & AdviceCopingResources
What has been your experience navigating Medicare and Medicaid? With an Alzheimer's diagnosis also comes the need to navigate complicated legal and financial paperwork. In this article, Kelsey helps us understand...reactionsrepliesInsurance & DisabilityResourcesTips & Advice
Have you been diagnosed with Alzheimer's? What do you wish your family and friends understood about what you're going through?Dementia can make everyday tasks and communication challenging for the person living with the disease and their loved ones. For our community...reactions18repliesAwarenessFriends & FamilyTips & Advice
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...reactions5repliesCaregivingTips & Advice