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...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...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...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...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...reactions1comment
Dancing With PoppopWhen the iconic opening beats of "Jailhouse Rock" tumbled out of the speaker of my phone, his ears would perk up. He...reactionscomments
Alzheimer's and Shaving: It Might Not Always Go SmoothlyMany men take great pride in their facial hair. There are competitions for mustaches and a month-long campaign in November (No-Shave November)...reactions4comments
Television Caregiving, Is This Okay?I remember when my children were very young. One of my constant concerns was centered around the idea of keeping them entertained...reactionscomments
How You Can Support Family Members on the Alzheimer's JourneyThroughout the 10 years my mom lived with Alzheimer's disease, my dad was her full-time caregiver. Although I helped out as much...reactions3comments
Accepting Caregiving Help From My KidsMy husband and I have been married for over 30 years. When you say your I do's, you can't imagine what your...reactionscomments
How to Start the Search for a Senior HomeMoving into a senior home is a big decision for everyone. And for those living with dementia, the need for a transition...reactionscomments
6 Tips for When Circumstances Leave You as a Solo Alzheimer's CaregiverSometimes events in life just happen and we find ourselves in a position that we never dreamed we would be in. Both...reactions2comments
Conservatorships and DementiaYou've likely heard of the term "conservatorship," maybe from the Britney Spears scandal that started in the late 2000s when she was...reactions1comment
Please Don't Talk About My Loved One in Front of My Loved OneOne time during my mom's journey with Alzheimer's, I helped my dad take her to a family party. I was sitting on...reactionscomments
My Favorite Bathroom Products That Help Me Care for My MomAs my mom's Alzheimer's disease has progressed, she needs more help these days with her activities of daily living. I help her...reactions6comments
The Last Stages of Alzheimer's: Oral HealthCaring for a loved one who is living with dementia can be an incredibly challenging experience as the disease progresses and its...reactions1comment
Moving to Senior Housing Can Improve Quality of LifeThere are a lot of difficult decisions to make when caring for someone with Alzheimer's. When is it not safe to drive...reactionscomments
Dignity and Alzheimer's: A Community ExperienceIt's 12:14 pm on Sunday, my mother-in-law sits with a college student talking about everything in her way. We are at church...reactions1comment
Tips to Stop Toxic Positivity and Cultivate Emotional RespiteAs family caregivers to loved ones living with Alzheimer's, we often put our emotional needs aside to prioritize the health and well-being...reactionscomments
Community Views: Tips on Using Nonverbal Cues for Better CareCommunication becomes challenging when caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's. Thinking beyond words is essential. Using the senses, such as touch...reactionscomments
