Advocating at the Doctor’s OfficeMy mom is in the early stages of dementia but she has been accompanied by family members at doctor appointments for the...reactions1comment
Caregiving Culture ShockAccording to Webster's Dictionary, culture shock is defined as a sense of confusion and uncertainty sometimes with feelings of anxiety that may...reactions6comments
Finding the Right Support GroupIf you are a caregiver for someone with Alzheimer’s you might find a support group good for you and for your loved...reactions2comments
Coping Through the Holidays After Losing a Loved One to Alzheimer’sThe holidays used to be the most wonderful time of the year for me and my mom. We made it into a...reactions2comments
The Ghosts of My Holiday Past, Present, and FutureAs the holidays approach, I think of Charles Dickens' Christmas Carol. The ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future taunt me. Since...reactionscomments
Coaching Through My Alzheimer's CaregivingI have always loved sports. Ever since I was a kid, if I could keep score then I wanted to play. Growing...reactionscomments
Growing and Healing With the Changes of the SeasonsLike many, I enjoy listening to the radio in my car. I switched things up the other day and turned the dial...reactions10comments
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...reactionscomments
When You See Something, Try Your Best to Do SomethingMy neighbor's wife is bravely facing Alzheimer's. I often see them taking walks, a routine that brings them a sense of normalcy...reactionscomments
Self-Care During the HolidaysThe holidays can be a strange and difficult time for many of us, but it may be even more so for family...reactions1comment
A Solo Trip With MomTraveling with a loved one with Alzheimer's disease presents challenges, whether it's traveling to the store or across the country. We have...reactions6comments
Occupational Therapy, It HelpsOccupational therapy? Honestly, I had no idea what in home occupational therapy was. My mother-in-law has benefited greatly by her physical therapist...reactions1comment
Creating Memories: Implementing Hands-on Activities With DignityWhile it has been 2 years since my father's passing, I recall vividly navigating his care. His days and nights traveled in...reactions6comments
Going Back Home: Ups and DownsWe recently took a long drive back to Buffalo to see our old home and friends. I packed a week's worth of...reactions1comment
The Things I Do for the Love of Sleep"Shh. Be vewy vewy quiet..." I'm trying not to wake a wanderer. Real talk? Caring for someone with Alzheimer's is very interesting...reactions6comments
Tapping Into the Nuances of Nonverbal CommunicationThe eyes have it! One of the first things that you learn in acting class is the difference between being in front...reactionscomments
What Senior Housing Is Right for My Loved One With Dementia?When I was faced with the agonizing decision of whether it was time to move my mom into senior housing, it was...reactionscomments
When Your Loved One with Dementia Wants to Wear the Same ClothesMy mom has always been a stylish lady. Even after she was diagnosed with Alzheimer's dementia, she still enjoyed putting on makeup...reactionscomments
The Worst Day: The Realities of Alzheimer's CaregivingIt's the worst day. The day that they forgot how to do everything on their own. The day that they can't even...reactions1comment
Book Club and Review: The Problem of Alzheimer'sBuckle up guys, this one was a lot. The Problem of Alzheimer's: How Science, Culture, and Politics Turned a Rare Disease into...reactionscomments
