Such a dreadful disease I'm a caregiver and have been for 7 years. I've learned so much but I still have trouble coping. The lady I'm taking care of is in a group which...Reactions0reactionsComments7 repliesTips & AdviceCaregiving
Newly diagnosedHave you or a loved one recently been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease? What questions or advice do you have for the community?...Reactions0reactionsComments0 repliesTips & AdviceAwarenessNewly Diagnosed
Home health assistingIs there anyone in the HUNTSVILLE, AL area that you have used to help care for an Alzheimer patient of 2 yrs?...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesCaregivingTips & Advice
Alcoholism and Alzheimer'sMy hubby is a chronic alcoholic of 40 years. Approx a case of light beer every other day. He was diagnosed with Early onset Alzheimer's in 2017. He is now...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesTips & Advice
Support groups for patientsA community member recently asked: "How can you convince a parent/loved one that a support group could help?" What tips/advice do you have to share?...Reactions0reactionsComments0 repliesTips & Advice
Traveling with AlzhiemersMy husband has early stage dementia, and going through TSA is difficult and confusing for him. He usually stands close by and would be very upset with me if I...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesCaregivingTips & Advice
My SisterShe has moderate dementia and getting worse really fast. I have tried to help her with decision making and financial decisions, but she gets very angry with me like I...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesTips & Advice
How to get my mother in law to change her pull up in the morning?I can change my mother in law in the evenings to her pajamas and a clean pull up, but how can I get her to change it in the morning...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesCaregivingTips & Advice
What factors do you consider when making long-term care decisions?What experience do you have with placing your loved one in long-term care? What factors did you consider, or what questions do you have for other caregivers?...Reactions0reactionsComments6 repliesAssisted LivingCaregivingTips & Advice
What are good activities for people with Alzheimer's?Music, art, puzzles...what activities have you found works best for people with Alzheimer's?...Reactions0reactionsComments7 repliesTips & AdviceCaregivingCoping