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When I was first diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer's disease, my first thought was of my kids. I was surprisingly calm when I was diagnosed because I already knew. My mother...

This is an odd life philosophy, and at first, glance sounds greedy, but I suppose I am greedy for time with my mother. Mom has been living with us since...

When I was caring for my mom, who had Alzheimer's, I would sometimes get angry and resentful for having to put my life on hold for so long. I was...

Every day, caregivers attempt to complete a long list of tasks: meals, laundry, hygiene, and more. All of this is usually just for their loved ones. Trying to fit in...

If you or a loved one has Alzheimer's or dementia, you may have considered safety issues. These include driving and changes to the home. But have you thought about gun...

From an early age, we're told to brush our teeth twice a day to prevent cavities. Then when we get a bit older, floss and mouthwash are added in! Let's...

Being a family caregiver is a rewarding but demanding role. To avoid burnout, it's important to set boundaries with your loved ones and learn to say "no" when necessary. Let's...

Has your loved one with Alzheimer's changed so much that you barely recognize them anymore? Is it hard to reconcile the person sitting next to you with the person they...

My grandma moved into an assisted living facility just over a year ago. It hasn't all been smooth, but it's been helpful to have meals and housekeeping services provided. My...

At the time of this writing, I've just checked the top 30 rankings for communities that host Walks to End Alzheimer's throughout the United States. My Walk is sitting at...

During the pandemic, my mom moved from another state to live with my family and me. She has an Alzheimer's diagnosis and was struggling to live on her own. But...

It's the worst day. The day that they forgot how to do everything on their own. The day that they can't even feed themselves anymore. That's the worst day for...

If it's one thing I've learned in my 10 years of fundraising for the Walk to End Alzheimer's, it is that some good old-fashioned competition does the trick almost every...

Any caregiver can probably share a story about working with a great doctor and a not-so-great one. I think some caregivers start out thinking that doctors will be our biggest...

As you age, your body changes. One thing that happens as you get older is your sleep patterns tend to be different. You could also have a decline in brain...

Have you ever told a little white lie to your loved one with Alzheimer's and felt terrible about it afterward? Or, have you ever withheld certain information from your loved...

The final stage of Alzheimer's often brings a decline in eating and activity. It is not uncommon for those who have been diagnosed to essentially stop eating. When this happens...

When you live with Alzheimer's, you and your family always ask questions. Like, did I take my pills today? Did I eat breakfast? What can I do to help? I...

Many different things can contribute to Alzheimer's disease or dementia. Old age is the most well-known. But other factors include: Researchers looking to address dementia in older people have recently...

Over the last three years, I've had the privilege of welcoming new souls into our family. It's been the greatest pleasure of my life to be an auntie to two...