Living

Oh, if only we got to deal with one firestorm at a time, but disasters seem to come in 3s. Lions and tigers and bears, oh my! Alzheimer's disease is...

I have been a caregiver for my mother who lives with Alzheimer's for 8 years. During that time she has lived independently at home, then spent a few years with...

When the iconic opening beats of "Jailhouse Rock" tumbled out of the speaker of my phone, his ears would perk up. He knew this one! Maybe there would be a...

Many men take great pride in their facial hair. There are competitions for mustaches and a month-long campaign in November (No-Shave November) that promotes donations to cancer fighting foundations. For...

I remember when my children were very young. One of my constant concerns was centered around the idea of keeping them entertained so that I could accomplish what I needed...

Throughout the 10 years my mom lived with Alzheimer's disease, my dad was her full-time caregiver. Although I helped out as much as I could, I never felt like I...

My husband and I have been married for over 30 years. When you say your I do's, you can't imagine what your life will be like so far down the...

Moving into a senior home is a big decision for everyone. And for those living with dementia, the need for a transition can come up quicker than anyone is prepared...

Sometimes events in life just happen and we find ourselves in a position that we never dreamed we would be in. Both of my parents battled Alzheimer's disease and additional...

You've likely heard of the term "conservatorship," maybe from the Britney Spears scandal that started in the late 2000s when she was placed in an involuntary conservatorship. Over a decade...

One time during my mom's journey with Alzheimer's, I helped my dad take her to a family party. I was sitting on the couch next to my mom when a...

As my mom's Alzheimer's disease has progressed, she needs more help these days with her activities of daily living. I help her in the bathroom. I help her get dressed...

Caring for a loved one who is living with dementia can be an incredibly challenging experience as the disease progresses and its symptoms worsen. But what many people may not...

There are a lot of difficult decisions to make when caring for someone with Alzheimer's. When is it not safe to drive anymore? When is my loved one no longer...

It's 12:14 pm on Sunday, my mother-in-law sits with a college student talking about everything in her way. We are at church after the service. There are people all around...

As family caregivers to loved ones living with Alzheimer's, we often put our emotional needs aside to prioritize the health and well-being of our loved ones. We try to remain...

Communication becomes challenging when caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's. Thinking beyond words is essential. Using the senses, such as touch, hearing, and sight, can be more effective. Recently...

It's easy to get all business like when there is so much to do for your loved one (LO) living with dementia (LOLWD also LOWD). You want to expedite all...

It is common for people living with Alzheimer's disease to feel alone in their journey. The symptoms are hard to bear, and many people lack support as well. Caregivers may...

My family of 5 moved into a new house just before my mom who lives with Alzheimer's disease moved in with us. The house is situated near the bottom of...