Alzheimer's Caregiving: My Biggest Fears and How I Overcome ThemI have a confession to make - sometimes, I don't feel like I know what I am doing. My management classes in graduate school taught me nothing about caring for...reactionscomments
The Caregiver Hack That Makes My Loved One With Dementia's Life (and Mine) BetterCaring for someone with dementia can be tough. It's a daily battle against a disease that robs our loved ones of their personality, independence, and memories. As a family caregiver...reactionscomments
Thanksgiving: More Than TurkeyThanksgiving is more than a holiday. It's more about being thankful for what you have and who you have, and holding on to the moments and memories - making connections...reactionscomments
The Festive Tree: Embracing All Seasons With Alzheimer'sMy grandma recently moved into a long-term care home following an infection, and a stay in a rehabilitation hospital. Despite her quarantine for the initial weeks followed by a respiratory...reactions2comments
Unplug and Reboot: How to Cope With Caregiver BurnoutI have worked in the computer lab of an elementary school for most of my 20 years in education. So, I have been witness to every tech problem from the...reactionscomments
Preparations for the HolidaysHolidays can bring so much joy to family and friends — but for caregivers, it can also be a lot. Hosting or not hosting, there are a bulk of preparation...reactionscomments
When Our Loved One's Pass After a Long Battle With Alzheimer'sI am writing this article, because I honestly wish I had an article like this when my parents passed. Both of my parents had the Alzheimer's diagnosis, and battled through...reactions9comments
My New Alzheimer's LifestyleI will admit it - for most of my life I have been pretty selfish. I don't mean dangerously so, although you may have to ask my family about that...reactionscomments
The Impact of Caregiving on Your Health and Well-BeingBeing a caregiver can be an incredibly rewarding experience. However, it can also be incredibly challenging, not only for those in your care, but for yourself as well. It is...reactions2comments
Your Caregiver Parent: Navigating a Strained RelationshipDo you have a parent who is living with Alzheimer's or dementia? Do you have a strained relationship with your other parent who is caring for them? If so, you...reactions1comment
"What's in It for Me?"Being a caregiver can be a thankless job. There is so much grunt work. There is all the regular work you do to keep a household going - you have...reactions1comment
How to Talk to Your Grandkids About Alzheimer'sI was 13 years old when my Poppop was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. I had no idea at the time, of course. What I knew was that everything in our...reactionscomments
My Experience With ARTZ PhiladelphiaThis week I shared an "Art Experience" through ARTZ Philadelphia in conjunction with the Dementia Society of America. On the last Monday of the month, ARTZ Philadelphia shares works from art...reactionscomments
Capturing Alzheimer's Through the Camera LensAlzheimer's is a disease that progresses with time. We had the opportunity to speak with Ashley, a talented photographer, on her experience with her dad's Alzheimer's disease and capturing precious...reactionscomments
6 Tips to Help Manage Resistance During Dressing TasksGrowing up, my mom and dad were the ones who instilled in me the importance of hygiene. My mom and dad always made sure I had clean clothes. They spent...reactionscomments
Landing the HelicopterWhat can I say? I'm protective. A helicopter parent is one who hovers over their kids' lives, ready to swoop in at the slightest hint of danger or discomfort. We...reactions2comments
5 Ways to Find Strength as a Family Caregiver for Someone With Alzheimer'sBeing a family caregiver for someone with Alzheimer's can be an incredibly difficult and emotionally draining experience. It is important to remember, though, that you are not alone in this...reactionscomments
Navigating Family Life With Alzheimer'sInterpersonal relationships are hard, at least, I think so. We all come into them with our own experiences and feelings, and a family is no different. When a diagnosis of...reactionscomments
Dementia, Diabetes, Hydrocephalus - Oh My!Oh, if only we got to deal with one firestorm at a time, but disasters seem to come in 3s. Lions and tigers and bears, oh my! Alzheimer's disease is...reactionscomments
My Mom Moved Into Senior Housing - And Found Fun and FriendsI have been a caregiver for my mother who lives with Alzheimer's for 8 years. During that time she has lived independently at home, then spent a few years with...reactions1comment
