Gifting Tips for Loved Ones Living with Alzheimer'sIt's the most wonderful time of the year again! The holidays are near and whether you have a loved one who is...reactions2comments
How To Free Your Mind of Worry When Your Loved One Has Alzheimer'sThere were many times when my mom was living with Alzheimer's that I would find myself in a never-ending spiral of worry...reactions3comments
When Is It Time to Go to the Doctor?Getting an Alzheimer's diagnosis isn't easy no matter what your age, but especially when you are under the age of 65. I...reactionscomments
When the Day Finally Arrived, It Was a Family AffairI always felt that there was a chance that my father would wander away, but never as far as he did. Dad...reactions1comment
Thinking Through the Unthinkable: "The End" of Alzheimer'sThinking through the unthinkable - those words fill me with dread. I have cared for my mom for 10 years. I tackle...reactions1comment
It's Not My Loved One, It’s AlAs a journalist and a book nerd, I read a lot. Add in anything regarding brain science and Alzheimer's and you surely...reactions1comment
Sensory Self-Care for CaregiversMy day-to-day looked really different for 12 years of my adult life as a caregiver to my mom who passed in February...reactions6comments
Vacations and Alzheimer's?Our kids are grown up. We have our house in order. Nothing seems to be leaking or falling over. We have a...reactions1comment
Football and Benchmarking Our Alzheimer's JourneyRecently, the New Orleans Saints lost another game in a disappointing year. Tom Brady and his band of Tampa Bay Buccaneers had...reactions1comment
Driving With Alzheimer's 101: Is It Time to Hand Over the Keys?There are many factors to consider while trying to decide about a loved one with Alzheimer's continuing to drive. Besides the actual...reactions5comments
The Emotional Rollercoaster of Caring for Someone with Alzheimer'sHave you ever tried to prepare yourself for what you thought was the inevitable next big decline for your loved one only...reactions8comments
Dressing Strategies for Alzheimer's, Part 1: Below the BeltA toddler is limp and limber and, although squirmy at times, much easier to dress than an adult. As my husband's Alzheimer's...reactionscomments
Dressing Strategies for Alzheimer's, Part 2: Above the BeltI've found that shirts can be a struggle, but some shirts make life easier. There are tricks to guiding heavy arms rather than...reactionscomments
Just Diagnosed with Alzheimer's? Questions to Ask Your DoctorWhile an Alzheimer's diagnosis can be overwhelming, taking control of your care or the care of your loved one is crucial. The...reactionscomments
Doctor Appointments: 5 Pro Tips for Dementia CaregiversAny caregiver can probably share a story about working with a great doctor and a not-so-great one. I think some caregivers start...reactionscomments
An Alzheimer's Diagnosis Doesn't Have to Be a Life SentenceI will never forget the day my mom was diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer's disease. She had been showing signs for at least...reactions7comments
Dealing with Loss: The Denial of a Dementia DiagnosisI don't usually tell people this, but you won't spill it, right? Ok, so here goes... I refused to accept my mom's...reactionscomments
Coping with Early Symptoms of Alzheimer's: Who's on First?My mom has been a sports fan her whole life. She played basketball when girls' offense and defense just played on half...reactionscomments
Coping with Ambiguous Loss Caused by Alzheimer'sHas your loved one with Alzheimer's changed so much that you barely recognize them anymore? Is it hard to reconcile the person...reactionscomments
Coping With a Year of 'Firsts' After a Loved One Passes From Alzheimer'sIf you have recently lost your loved one who had Alzheimer's disease, first let me say I am so sorry for your...reactions1comment
