Prioritizing Yourself: An "Unpopular" Approach to Alzheimer's CaregivingIt's easy to become lost in the "popular" way of giving care, where we end up sacrificing our own well-being for the sake of others. And I say "popular" because... By Nikki Nurse4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Expressing Myself: Contending With CommunicationI was always known by my friends as having the "gift of gab" – whatever that means. But since my Alzheimer's diagnosis that is certainly not the case. Now, I have... By Kris Bakowski2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
The Evolving Conversation: Talking About Alzheimer's With Our ChildrenAs the years have passed our conversations with our children have changed. Their grandmother was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease several years ago. We have all been living together or in... By Scott Matheny3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Establishing Rapport With Care Facility StaffWhen a loved one lives with Alzheimer's disease, they may need support from a care facility. With many staff members caring for your loved one in this setting, building rapport... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Reigniting Purpose and Expanding My CommunityLife has been "life-ing." I have had a significant increase in anxiety and depression, which leaves me rather secluded and unwilling to reach out as much. I keep trying to... By Holly Miller2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
My Mom's Experience With Amyloid Beta Plaque TherapyMy family members and I all noticed some changes in my mom's memory, particularly her short-term memory. She would ask the same question more than once in the same conversation... By AlzheimersDisease.net Team5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Perspective Shift to Include Loved One With Dementia in Social GatheringsThe holidays and celebrations are a wonderful time to gather with friends and family. There is shopping and planning, cooking and cleaning, perhaps traveling, and lots of decorating. Frankly, it... By Kathy Matheny3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Coping With Alzheimer's Symptoms: Visual ClutterEnvironmental clutter with those battling Alzheimer's disease is an often-discussed topic. You can easily find many articles that focus on the safety issues, overstimulation, and mental health impacts caused by... By Lynn Marie Witt, MSOT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Humility and Caregiving as a ManArchie Bunker, Jerry Lewis, and Rambo - what do they have in common? These were a few of the more common male media stereotypes that I grew up watching on... By Scott Matheny3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Getting Started: Identifying Your Caregiver ResourcesWhen I first became my mom's caregiver in 2011 I was lost in the caregiving sauce! The doctors and neurologists at the time gave my mom her diagnosis and dismissed... By Nikki Nurse3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Taking Back My Health When My Mom Moved OutCaregivers, when was the last time you went to a health appointment for yourself? If you are like me, chances are most of the appointments you attend are for the... By Kelsey Ramos-Conroy4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Grateful for Dad's Yellow CapAs a caregiver to my father during his years of living with Alzheimer's disease, he was still always up for an outing, and riding in the car meant an adventure... By Nancy Craker-Yahman4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Flexibility in Alzheimer's Caregiving: Making CompromisesI used to be a planner. I grew up in the era of "to-do" lists, calendars, day timers, goals, objectives, and plans. I remember one of the most asked questions... By Scott Matheny3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Mid-Life, Mid-Stage CrisisWe have been humming along okay. Mom has been managing pretty well. She can make her grits, dress herself, contribute brokenly to our conversations. We will watch a show together... By Kathy Matheny3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Balancing Caregiving and FriendshipsBeing a full-time family caregiver is a noble responsibility, but it can impact your social life. When you're constantly attending to your loved one's needs, it's easy to feel isolated... By Nikki Nurse3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
How Family and Caregivers Can Help Those Living With Alzheimer'sAfter my Alzheimer's diagnosis, I found it hard to ask for help. I never really had to ask for help before and I didn't want to admit my "failure" to... By Kris Bakowski2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
A Million Ways Not To: Remaining Hopeful in Finding a CureScientists can be some of the most rewarding people to speak to. I know, as a community bonded together by our shared suffering at the hands of a disease for... By Shannon Simcox2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
"Normal Life" After Full-Time Caregiving: What It Looks Like for MeWhen my mom lived in my home and I cared for her full-time, it felt like it might never end. But a few years later, my mom moved into a... By Kelsey Ramos-Conroy4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
We Got a Puppy - What Were We Thinking?!Caring for a loved one with dementia is a lot of work. It takes a lot of time. Your day revolves around how they are doing, and who is going... By Kathy Matheny3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Helping Caregivers - A SMART ApproachAbout 10 years ago I finished my master's degree program in management and leadership with the goal of using it primarily in the non-profit sector. Funny thing is that I... By Scott Matheny2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments