Have you taken FMLA to care for your loved one with Alzheimer's disease?FMLA allows employees to go on leave for up to 12 work weeks in a year. This leave is unpaid but you are able to keep your health benefits during...Reactions 0 reactions Comments14 repliesCaregivingResources
HeredityMy mother, her two brothers, a sister and their mother had it. So far, it has not shown up on my Dad's side. I was tested 8 months ago, and...Reactions 0 reactions Comments6 repliesDementia Types
What are alternatives to saying "remember"?Words like, "remember" can be triggering to a person who is living with Alzheimer's disease. While the intention behind the word can be innocent enough - "Did you remember to...Reactions 0 reactions Comments3 repliesIntimacy & RelationshipsTips & AdviceSymptoms
Virtual Online Support GroupsDoes anyone know of any online video support groups?...Reactions 0 reactions Comments3 replies
What has been your experience with Alzheimer-related medications? We know that Alzheimer's drugs are not designed to get rid of the disease, but rather, to help with the symptoms. What has your experience been with Alzheimer-related drugs? Did...Reactions 0 reactions Comments14 repliesTreatment
How has your life changed after placing a loved one in senior or assisted living?As the needs of a loved one with Alzheimer's progress and change, many family caregivers find themselves transitioning their loved one to assisted living. How has your life changed after...Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 repliesAssisted LivingCopingCaregiving
How do you navigate getting your loved one to various appointments?A disruption in schedule can wreak havoc on a day. But what happens when you must schedule an appointment for your loved one? Whether it be a doctor's appointment, a...Reactions 0 reactions Comments22 repliesTips & AdviceCaregiving
What factors did you consider when making memory care decisions? For those of you who have placed your LO in Memory Care, what were the factors you looked at in making that decision?...Reactions 0 reactions Comments14 repliesAssisted Living
Drivers license and insurance Is there a protocol for no longer paying for insurance for your loved one who is no longer driving? Does your insurance policy increase since you are now the sole...Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 repliesCost
How can we support self-care for caregivers?As caregivers, our health often takes a back seat and suffers because of all we do to support our loved ones. As friends and family members of caregivers, how can...Reactions 0 reactions Comments8 repliesCaregivingCopingTips & Advice