Music, Patterns, & MemorySo, I have this party trick. It comes in really handy when my third graders are studying the states. I can spout...reactions2comments
Caregivers Awareness Month Giveaway: Memory Board PosterFor Caregivers Awareness Month 2020, we’re excited to announce that we will be giving away one (1) “Memories From My Life” poster!...reactions1comment
The Dreaded Moment: Revoking a Driver's LicenseOne day, Poppop ran away. Never have I ever thought that I would say that about my Poppop, but he did. My...reactions2comments
The Times, They Are A-Changin’: How Dementia Progresses Over TimeI was listening to Bob Dylan’s anthem for the first time, recently. The first lines got me: Come gather 'round people, wherever...reactions3comments
Community Views: Advice for Those Newly Diagnosed with Alzheimer'sLearning that you have Alzheimer's disease may lead to anxiety, worry, and fear. After all, it is hard to know what to...reactions1comment
Using Gratitude to Cope With GriefFor about two years during my mom’s battle with Alzheimer’s, I lived far away from her and my dad. I flew home...reactionscomments
Daddy's Emotional Roller CoasterI’m a pretty content person most of the time. I let a lot of things go. I let a lot of things...reactions1comment
Break the Culture of Silence: Family History of Alzheimer'sI don’t know about you, but I had no idea my family had a history of Alzheimer’s disease before it came knocking...reactions1comment
Meal Preparation with Alzheimer'sA month or two ago, a friend shared a delightful peanut butter chocolate chip cookie recipe - seriously, they're the best. While...reactions3comments
Help! I’ve Fallen, and I Can’t Get Up!That line has become almost a joke in our culture, for being unable to do something that we should be able to...reactions3comments
Thanks for the MemoriesMemories are tricky things. They are elusive and can have catlike reflexes. They can come at you out of nowhere, which is...reactions5comments
Remembering My Forever Birthday BuddyMy birthday is one day after my grandfather’s. That means for the first few decades of my life, we shared a birthday...reactions2comments
Who Are You Protecting?No one would ever question the validity of the sentiment that we should protect our loved ones. However, I think it’s pretty...reactions5comments
Beyond Denial: Anosognosia and Alzheimer's Disease"The doctors do not know what they are talking about. I don't have Alzheimer's disease!" This probably sounds familiar to some of...reactions3comments
Behind the Brave Face: It's Okay to BreakI made it through every day. I took everything in. I listened to every syllable from every doctor. I delegated responsibilities within...reactions1comment
Flying By the Seat of Your Schedule: Making & Sticking With RoutinesThere are many theories as to personality types. The most popular simplifies people into Type As, the high achievers, and everyone else...reactions1comment
Take the Connected Health Survey!In the digital age, there are so many devices, websites, and technologies related to health. From fitness trackers to mobile apps, we...reactionscomments
Finding Ourselves in the Film, 'What They Had'“What They Had” is a movie that focuses on a family dealing with their matriarch’s Alzheimer’s disease. The movie was released at...reactionscomments
What Are Some Creative Outlets for Coping With Frustration?Besides being a writer, I’m an artist. I paint and illustrate, though not nearly as often as I should. Sometimes, I feel...reactionscomments
The Slow Goodbye: Grieving for the LivingWhen I speak about Alzheimer’s disease to individuals who don’t know about it firsthand, I tell them it’s losing your loved one...reactionscomments
