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
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
Coping with the Fear of Getting Alzheimer's Myself SomedayHas this ever happened to you? You're in the middle of a conversation with someone when you suddenly forget what you were...reactions2comments
Why Won't My Loved One with Alzheimer's Disease Eat Their Food?I was inspired to write this article based on various community members' comments and questions on this topic. Unfortunately, I, too, experienced...reactions2comments
Is It Okay to Tell People About Your Loved One's Alzheimer's Diagnosis?When my mom was first diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer's, I went out of my way to avoid telling people about her diagnosis...reactionscomments
Teaching by Example: How to Treat My Loved One With Alzheimer'sThere were many times throughout my mom's battle with Alzheimer's when I became frustrated with the way someone else treated her. Sometimes...reactionscomments
Interview With Jena: My Honey's Diagnosis and Coping With LossJena is a part of the AlzheimersDisease.net community and has first-hand experience with a spouse being diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer's disease. She...reactions1comment
Alzheimer’s Book Club: Somebody I Used to Know - A MemoirIn a previous Alzheimer's Book Club post, author Lisa Genova, writer of Still Alice, commented and suggested that I read Somebody I...reactions2comments
When You Care For My Loved One, You Care For MeAmidst the challenges and heartaches of caring for a loved one with dementia, there are also moments of deep joy. I reflected...reactions4comments
"We Are Home": Responding to a Loved One's Request to Go HomeHave you ever been at home with your loved one who has Alzheimer's when they tell you they want to go home?...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
