Active todayWhat strategies do you use to help redirect your loved ones living with Alzheimer's disease?I was a caregiver to both of my parents, with the Alzheimer's Disease diagnosis. It was very important to me, to respect my loved ones for where they were at...reactions13repliesCaregivingCopingTips & Advice
FeaturedActive 2 days agoSo many questions... very limited answersThe hardest part for me is that there are no black and white answers. This disease has no timeline... the disease leaves no dignity.... the disease leaves you saying "I...reactions18repliesTips & AdviceCoping
Active 2 days agoHow do you handle change with your loved one?There are a lot of changes with this disease. How do you help your loved one deal with the changes?...reactions28repliesCaregivingTips & AdviceCoping
Active 4 days agoWhat do you wish you knew then, that you know now?Looking back at when you, or your loved one, was first diagnosed with Alzheimer's and knowing what you know now ... what information do you wish you were better equipped...reactions13repliesTips & AdviceCaregivingCoping
Active 4 days agoHow do I live moment to moment and then try to plan things?I can get lost in the details of the moment that I never really plan for the future. How do I live moment to moment and then try to plan...reactions3repliesCaregivingCoping
FeaturedWhat do you fear most when it comes to Alzheimer's disease?An Alzheimer's diagnosis can be overwhelming - not only for the person but for family and friends. Our community shared their insight on what they worry about the most when...reactions76repliesGenetics/Hereditary RiskCopingCaregiving
My mum refuses to go to the doctor; how can I get her to go?I am wondering if anyone can help? My mum is 82 and refuses to go to the doctors, for anything. I did a course on dementia awareness as I know...reactions4repliesCaregivingCopingDiagnosis
Does anyone have experience with rapidly progressing dementia (RPD)? I'm not having a good day handling things... Mom has rapidly progressive dementia +plus. She was Only just diagnosed in June. She is new to a memory neighborhood after spending...reactions2repliesNewly DiagnosedCoping
What are tips for preventing wandering? Wandering is a scary behavior symptom of Alzheimer's. What are prevention tips that have worked to reduce wandering and keep your loved one safe? What questions fo you have for...reactions2repliesTips & AdviceCopingCaregiving
What are good activities for people with Alzheimer's?Music, art, puzzles...what activities have you found works best for people with Alzheimer's?...reactions8repliesCopingTips & AdviceCaregiving