What do you wish others knew about being a caregiver?It can sometimes be hard to express what it’s like to be on the journey of Alzheimer's caregiving. What do you wish others knew about your caregiving experience? Share below!...reactions18repliesAwarenessCaregivingFriends & FamilyTips & Advice
TrappedMy sister and I are the last survivors of our rather (large) family. We are both in our 60s, for the past 5 years my life has been all about...reactions2repliesCaregivingFriends & FamilyTips & Advice
Everybody needs somebody! Who do you rely on?It's no secret that Alzheimer's disease can often be isolating for those individuals diagnosed and caregivers. After you or a loved one was diagnosed with Alzheimer's, who did you turn...reactions15repliesNewly DiagnosedFriends & FamilyCoping
Does your loved one living with Alzheimer’s disease live in your home with you?Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s Disease is challenging. Bringing them into your home has particular challenges, especially if you are still raising your own family. It’s a whole...reactions9repliesCaregivingFriends & Family
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...reactions18repliesAwarenessFriends & FamilyTips & Advice
No one sees the "little" things that make me so sadMy husband was diagnosed with early onset three years ago at age 57. He is still able to do lots of things (garden, golf, church)...but as empty nesters, I am...reactions31repliesCopingCaregivingFriends & Family
My Dad was recently diagnosed We lost my Mom this past October from an epic battle with MS and all that comes with. We saw that my Dad had memory issues but we were focused...reactions3repliesTips & AdviceFriends & FamilyCaregiving
How can you talk with your children or grandchildren about taking an active role in caregiving?What are ways to help younger family members go from being observers to active caregiving participants? What do you say to them? What is your approach?...reactions1replyCaregivingFriends & Family
Remembering your loved oneTo commemorate the love and life of your loved one who passed from Alzheimer's disease, share with the community one memory you continue to hold dear to your heart....reactions3repliesCopingFriends & FamilyGrief
Unfair treatment at workHi, never posted before but I am in need of advice/opinions welcome. I feel I am treated very differently at work. Where my colleagues have kids or are pregnant it's...reactions10repliesFriends & FamilyMental HealthWork & EmploymentDepression