Caregiving for a loved one by yourselfI was a solo caregiver for my mom, with the Alzheimer's Disease diagnosis. It was difficult. I often felt alone, wasn't sleeping, and was physically/ emotionally exhausted. Felt like I...Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 repliesCaregivingCoping
Discussing Alzheimer's diagnosis with sister who won't admit a problem. My sister (74) is in the hospital due to heart, kidney and diabetes problems resulting from refusing to take medications or taking too much insulin at other times. She has...Reactions 0 reactions Comments7 repliesCoping
Early stages of dementia/alzeimers - and relocating residenceI am 83 and my husband 87 with beginning alzheimers. Maintaining our home and grounds is too much for me. I have applied at a senior citizen apartment for an...Reactions 0 reactions Comments13 repliesDiagnosisTips & AdviceSymptoms
Join the community in the Faces of Alzheimer's Image Gallery!Whether you are living with Alzheimer’s, caring for someone who has been diagnosed or celebrating the legacy of a loved one who has passed, share a photo to the Faces...Reactions 0 reactions Comments56 repliesAwarenessFriends & Family
Does your loved one get confused about the television shows they watch and think they are really happening?I am finding that my loved one is getting confused between reality and what she is watching on television. Is this common for you?...Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 repliesCaregivingTips & AdviceSymptoms
What's your experience with driving and dementia?This is a space to share tips and ask questions relating to driving with dementia. Driving is an extremely sensitive subject for people living with dementia. To many elderly people...Reactions 0 reactions Comments39 repliesTravelCaregivingSymptoms
How has your Alzheimer's experience affected the way that you plan in your life?I have found that as a caregiver that I cannot plan too far in the future and take things a day at a time....Reactions 0 reactions Comments13 repliesCaregivingTips & Advice
Words matter.What does it mean to you to be a caregiver vs. a care partner? We'd love to hear your thoughts!...Reactions 0 reactions Comments4 repliesCaregiving
Types of dementia My wife has dementia. However her neurologist has not determined the cause. He is treating her for Parkinsons-dementia With a low dose medication. We have not seen any change yet...Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 repliesDementia Types
Early stages of dementia/alzeimersmy husband (86 yrs) is i the beginning of dementia/alzheimers. What bothers me is when I informed the doctor of his forgetfulness and the doctor gave him a memory test...Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 repliesTips & AdviceSymptoms