Emotional Challenges of an Alzheimer’s Diagnosis: Patient and Caregiver InsightsAlzheimer's disease is not an easy diagnosis to accept. For many, it brings fears and challenges, which is only natural given that...reactions4comments
Alzheimer's Disease and AI: How Are You Using It for Your Health?Something has shifted in the last couple of years. A late-night symptom search now sometimes starts with an AI summary before it...reactionscomments
Choosing Kindness: Why Correcting a Loved One With Alzheimer's Doesn't Always Matter"Look at the squirrels." And with that, the discussion began. My loved one was able to describe what she was seeing in...reactions19comments
Alzheimer's Caregiving in the Summer: My Top 3 StrategiesThis is the blueprint, and no one can convince me otherwise: creating a structured, sensory-aware plan for the warmer months is one...reactionscomments
How Pet Therapy Brings Comfort to People Living With DementiaI am amazed, even today, a couple of years later, by how perceptive, caring, and loving animals are to those who are...reactionscomments
How Pet Visits and Animal Therapy Benefit Alzheimer's PatientsWhile we cherish every opportunity to spend meaningful quality time in person with our loved ones, some of the most impactful visits...reactions19comments
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 to...reactionscomments
10 Things You Should Know About Clinical TrialsEach year, thousands of clinical trials occur. Learning about clinical trials can feel like you are learning a new language. The good...reactions2comments
What Is a Clinical Trial? Understanding the ProcessA clinical trial is a research study that is conducted to determine whether a specific medical intervention, such as a treatment, device...reactionscomments
Finding Tactile Fun with Alzheimer's: How My Father and I ConnectedOur father was a known busybody, and his bouts of energy didn't stop when he was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. As one...reactions1comment
Why People With Alzheimer's Resist Bathing and How to HelpAs Alzheimer's or dementia progresses, people with these conditions may need help with personal hygiene. One task they may need help with...reactionscomments
Telling Your Story May Be Good for Your Health“While writing about my health issues has not cured them, it has helped me develop better coping skills and even contributed to...reactionscomments
Understanding Fluctuating Alzheimer's SymptomsAlzheimer's disease is known as a progressive condition, but that doesn't mean it looks the same every day. Symptoms can shift in...reactions10comments
Dementia Caregiving: A Guide to Picking Your BattlesI've cared for my mom, who lives with dementia, full-time for about 4 years, and I learn something new every day. I’ve...reactions16comments
Losing Myself at 27: How I Reclaimed My Identity as an Alzheimer’s CaregiverI refuse to let you believe that being a caregiver has to mean the loss of your identity, style, or joy, so...reactionscomments
Navigating Caregiver Guilt When Wishing for an End to SufferingHave you ever found yourself wishing for your loved one's death? Maybe not specifically for their death, but for an end to...reactions2comments
What to Do When a Loved One with Dementia Keeps Repeating OutfitsMy mom has always been a stylish lady. Even after she was diagnosed with Alzheimer's dementia, she still enjoyed putting on makeup...reactions4comments
Music, Patterns, & MemorySo, I have this party trick. It comes in really handy when my third graders are studying the states. I can spout...reactions2comments
How Music Can Help With Alzheimer’s CaregivingAs a caregiver for my mom over the last 10 years, I am always humbled when I receive the compliment, "You make...reactions20comments
What Is It Like To Live With Alzheimer’s Disease?What is it like to have Alzheimer’s? The following are some words that people I know who have the disease use to...reactions3comments
