Easy website for answering questions about my father's Alzheimer'sMy father has had Alzheimer's Disease for the past 7+ years and has progressed into a later stage. I've had lots of questions along the way and I'm finding it...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesAwarenessTips & AdviceResources
I Wrote This To Help Others After Losing My Father to a long battle with Alzheimer's...It is not acknowledged nearly enough, but it is the loved ones of those with Alzheimer's who bear the greatest burden, and often care for them at the expense of...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesCaregivingCopingAwareness
How can we best treat those living with Alzheimer's with dignity? Treating someone with a little dignity can go a long way. What are some things that you would like people to consider when interacting with you or your loved one...Reactions0reactionsComments20 repliesAwarenessTips & Advice
How do you know if a parent needs to be evaluated? How can I encourage him or his doctor to work on that?According to a DNA test, my father and I have a slightly increased genetic risk for Alzheimer's. Interestingly, that was not reported for any of my other siblings, or for...Reactions0reactionsComments8 repliesGenetics/Hereditary RiskAwarenessDiagnosis
Where is the support for the victims of this disease?I was diagnosed with Mild Cognitive Impairment almost 3 years ago and I don’t see any discussion for those who are facing this horrible disease. I see lots of articles...Reactions0reactionsComments17 repliesAwarenessPatientDementia Types
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 members diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, what are some...Reactions0reactionsComments18 repliesFriends & FamilyAwarenessTips & Advice
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...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesAwarenessCopingCaregiving
Is anyone experiencing Sunrise Syndrome? How do you manage its symptoms?Sunrise Syndrome sufferers face unique challenges when they awaken. Is that something that you deal with? What would you tell others who are facing this?...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesCopingAwarenessSymptoms
Daylight Savings Some people are highly affected by daylight savings and some are not. I find that closing the blinds early and turning on a few more lights in the house helps...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesAwarenessCopingSundowning
after losing my mom to dementia My mom had Alzheimer’s- We had her tested by local dr that specializes in this area.. My Dad probably had a bit of it as well ( both in their...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesDiagnosisAwarenessDementia Types