Superwoman Syndrome: The Reality of Alzheimer's CaregivingLook up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's a… caregiver suffering from Superwoman Syndrome. Can you relate to this? In the last year of caregiving through... By Nikki Nurse3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What's the Best Approach to Communication?People sometimes come up to me and ask for advice on the best way to communicate with someone in the later stages of Alzheimer's. It is a tough question. How... By Kris Bakowski2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
Turning Points: MovingMy grandma celebrated her 86th birthday, ahead of what will be a big couple of months with her. Thankfully, none of us are gathering with others in ways that pose... By Kerri MacKay3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Tips for Supporting the Caregiver in Your LifeDo you know someone who is caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's? Do you want to help and support that person, but you don't always know the best way... By Lauren Dykovitz3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Dealing with Dollars and Cents in the Midst of DementiaAs a journalist, I am constantly reading good journalism. It was one of the first things that my amazing editor and friend, Karen, told me when I started under her... By Shannon Simcox3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Becoming an Expert on Your Loved One with Alzheimer'sAt times during my mom's Alzheimer's journey, I felt ashamed for not knowing more about the disease. I didn't understand all of the science behind Alzheimer's and I was never... By Lauren Dykovitz2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Aducanumab: Is It Right For You?Editor's note: the Aduhelm (aducanumab) drug recommendations have changed since its original FDA approval in June 2021. You can see all updates regarding Biogen's Aduhelm here. Recently the Food and... By Kris Bakowski2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
IKEA Hacks... For People Living With DementiaI upgraded my phone a few weeks ago. In going from an iPhone 6S to an iPhone 12 (mini, blue for those wondering), I now have access to wireless charging... By Kerri MacKay5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Visual Storytelling of Alzheimer’sHave you ever seen a work of art that stops you in your tracks? How about one that brings tears to your eyes and a memory to your heart? That’s... By Shannon Simcox3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Interview With Marcellette Wise: Caregiving From a DistanceWe interviewed Marcellette Wise, who is currently a caregiver for her 87-year-old mother. Marcellette lives in Philadelphia and travels weekly to her mother's home in New York City. Caregiving is... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Dancing Her Way Through Alzheimer's DiseaseMarta Cinta Gonzalez’s rise to fame came as she was filmed in a nursing home in Valencia, Spain, by Asociacion Música para Despertar. The Spanish organization uses music therapy to... By Lynn Marie Witt, MSOT2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Interview With Nia: Living With Early-Onset Alzheimer's DiseaseFor this article, we interviewed Anitra Mostacero, aka Nia Mo. Nia is an AlzheimersDisease.net community member. She spends much of her time volunteering and as an advocate sharing what it... By Editorial Team 6 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
You Don't Have to Lose Yourself to Your Loved One's CareIt is so easy to lose yourself in caring for your loved one. Your identity as a caregiver consumes all other aspects of your identity. In striving to attend to... By Lauren Dykovitz2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Memories, Mental Health, and Miscommunication: Part 2Read more about Kathy's daughter's graduation story in Part 1 of this article series. "If I can’t take pictures, then I don’t want to come!" Then don’t come, she said... By Kathy Matheny2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Alzheimer's and the Big ScreenAnthony Hopkins recently won an Oscar for his betrayal of a gentleman with Alzheimer’s disease in the movie "The Father." Several years ago, Julianne Moore won an Oscar for her... By Kris Bakowski2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Interview With Steven Barbieri: Diagnosed With Early-Onset Dementia at 51For this article, we interviewed Steven Barbieri. Steven is an AlzheimersDisease.net community member who is sharing what it is like to be diagnosed with chronic traumatic encephalopathy dementia at age... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Observe Brain Disease Awareness MonthIn June, we observe Brain Disease Awareness Month. I can think of no better way to bring about awareness for Alzheimer’s and dementia than by using your voice to mobilize... By Shannon Simcox2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Practicing Patience: Alzheimer's and the Importance of EmpathyIf I had a nickel for every time I snapped at my mom during the early stages of Alzheimer's, I would be rich. How about you? It took me a... By Lauren Dykovitz2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Your Loved One Can Still Have a Meaningful Life with Alzheimer'sWhen a loved one is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, everything changes. Their life as they once knew it is gone. They are forced to let go of the way they... By Lauren Dykovitz2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Living with Early-Onset Alzheimer's Disease: Andrea's StoryFor this article, we interviewed Andrea Gallant. Andrea reached out on Facebook to share about her journey with early-onset Alzheimer's. What was your Alzheimer's diagnosis like? I was not surprised... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments