Communication Strategies for Caregivers: The Art of Asking for HelpBeing the primary caregiver to people with Alzheimer's is a difficult job, especially if you feel like the only person in your...reactionscomments
As She Succumbed to Alzheimer's, Phone Scammers Were Trying to Rob My MomI am working on a series of editorial cartoons about my mother's struggle with Alzheimer's in the hope that it will help...reactionscomments
Supporting Caregivers: Weekly Phone Calls with Mom and DadThe primary caregiver for a loved one living with Alzheimer's needs support. There are many ways that can be done. Sometimes it...reactionscomments
Idle Hands: Calming the Chaos with DistractionsIf you’re a caregiver, chances are good that you are familiar with that old “idle hands” saying. Whenever Daddy was hospitalized, he...reactions5comments
Managing Daily Tasks as Alzheimer's ProgressesA number of years ago we really started to notice that Mom was having a more difficult time starting and completing daily...reactions4comments
The Not-So-Obvious Symptoms of Alzheimer'sWhen we think about Alzheimer's symptoms, we often go straight to memory loss or cognitive issues. While these are hallmark features of...reactionscomments
The Connection Between Head Injury, Brain Injury, and Alzheimer'sEveryone touched by Alzheimer's, whether it's directly or by virtue of having a loved one with it, knows that Alzheimer's is a...reactionscomments
Sources for Finding Professional Help with Alzheimer'sCaring for someone with Alzheimer's disease can be a full-time job, even if you're lucky enough to have the help of family...reactions3comments
Just Me and 10,000 of My Friends: Walk to End Alzheimer'sNovember 10, 2019, came and went. With it, another Philadelphia Walk to End Alzheimer's is in the history books. And I have...reactionscomments
What's the Story with Napping and Alzheimer's?You hear one day that daytime naps are good for your health. Then, the next day, you hear that daytime naps are...reactionscomments
I Am More Than My Diagnosis: A Year in ReviewAs this community and our sister communities grow, one universal truth is clear: people are more than just their diagnoses. As 2019...reactionscomments
Caregivers: Take Happiness, Let Go of the RestAlzheimer’s disease is a dire diagnosis. The word “dementia” sparks joy in absolutely no one. Sadness, aggravation, depression, and hopelessness can often...reactionscomments
Sharing Lasting Memories, Even With DementiaOn an early spring afternoon in April 2008, our family welcomed a photographer and newspaper journalist into our living room. They had...reactionscomments
Christmas Without Daddy: Dealing with Holidays After Losing a ParentNo one can ever quite explain how hard loss is to someone who hasn’t been there. If you haven’t lost a parent...reactionscomments
5 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Participating in a Clinical TrialMaking decisions can be tough, especially when they relate to your health! One decision you may face is whether or not participating...reactionscomments
Alzheimer's Progression: Coping with Changes in LanguageThey say it's best to start at the beginning. That's what Glinda the good witch said anyway. My first experience with being...reactions2comments
10 Ways Caregivers Emotionally Support a Loved OneCaring for a loved one with Alzheimer's disease can be an exceptionally stressful and emotional journey for both the caregiver and the...reactions2comments
Caregivers and The Dentist - Keeping Up With Your Loved Ones Oral NeedsKeeping up with a loved one with Alzheimer’s oral care can often seem like a challenge. Fortunately, working with a good dentist...reactionscomments
Where Did Dad Wander To?Dad has always lived in the house I grew up in. To be more specific, Dad grew up in the house I...reactionscomments
Emotional Challenges of an Alzheimer’s Diagnosis: Results From Our SurveyAlzheimer’s disease is not an easy diagnosis to accept. For many, it brings fears and challenges, which is only natural given that...reactions2comments
