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
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...reactions2repliesDementia TypesIntimacy & RelationshipsCaregiving
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...reactions1replyDiet & NutritionCopingCaregiving
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...reactions1replyCaregivingDiet & Nutrition
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