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
Alzheimer's Caregiving: Managing Dementia-Related PainIf you are a caregiver for a person with Alzheimer's disease, you know they sometimes have pain. You may think it is...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
Falls: An Early Warning Sign of DementiaDementia is a group of symptoms that mark the decline of the brain. These symptoms can interfere with a person's ability to...reactions2comments
The Amyloid Cascade Hypothesis and Alzheimer's DiseaseJohn Hardy and Gerald Higgins published their amyloid cascade hypothesis in 1992. Amyloid is a protein that is normally found in our...reactions3comments
Firearm Safety and DementiaIf you or a loved one has Alzheimer's or dementia, you may have considered safety issues. These include driving and changes to...reactions5comments
Aduhelm (aducanumab) UpdatesEditor's note: Aduhelm™ (aducanumab) was discontinued on November 1, 2024. It was not discontinued due to safety or efficacy reasons. People taking...reactionscomments
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
Ask the Advocate: Joy and Purpose Despite Alzheimer'sAll too often, an Alzheimer's diagnosis leaves a person feeling isolated, alone, and scared. Our health leaders considered the question, "What if...reactions1comment
