Using Lying as a Tool in Alzheimer's CareHave you ever told a little white lie to your loved one with Alzheimer's and felt terrible about it afterward? Or, have...reactionscomments
Retaining Dignity in Final Stages of Alzheimer's: Managing MealtimeThe final stage of Alzheimer's often brings a decline in eating and activity. It is not uncommon for those who have been...reactions1comment
What is Different?When you live with Alzheimer's, you and your family always ask questions. Like, did I take my pills today? Did I eat...reactions1comment
Diuretics and Cognitive Health: Delaying Alzheimer's Disease?Many different things can contribute to Alzheimer's disease or dementia. Old age is the most well-known. But other factors include: Researchers looking...reactions3comments
A Story About Me and My PoppopOver the last three years, I've had the privilege of welcoming new souls into our family. It's been the greatest pleasure of...reactionscomments
Career Changes With Alzheimer’s: Hanging Up My ScrubsMy objective for the day was to undertake a difficult task. I took my scrubs out of my closet today, and as I...reactions3comments
Effective Communication: Looking at Your SentencesWe've all been there. You're out to dinner on a Saturday night in a packed restaurant and it's way too loud. You...reactions1comment
A Toast to Sandwich CaregiversWhen I became a full-time caregiver for my mom, who lives with dementia, I was also raising three small children. None of...reactionscomments
Coloring Through Life With Alzheimer'sOn July 27, 2022, I celebrated the third anniversary of my mom's passing. It was a day that was both sad and...reactions2comments
Alzheimer's and Mild Cognitive Impairment: What's the Connection?Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) is when someone experiences problems with memory, language, thinking, or planning. These symptoms are greater than the changes...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
Tips for Accepting Your New NormalDuring the first few years of my mom's Alzheimer's journey, I refused to accept it. I knew that my mom had Alzheimer's...reactions1comment
Identifying Early Signs of Dementia and Alzheimer'sAlzheimer's disease can start with mild symptoms. Many people may not know they have Alzheimer's because early symptoms are often missed. Symptoms...reactionscomments
Same Old Story: My Experience with Conversation Repetition, Looping with DementiaThe other day, I was reminiscing on some photos of my family and ran across a picture of my dad from the...reactions3comments
7 Things I Did the First Year of Being a Caregiver to My MomWhen I was first told my mom had dementia, I was scared. All of the information I found online was so negative...reactionscomments
Nitty Gritty, Down and DirtyMy mom has been living with us for almost 10 years - it's hard to believe as I write this. Where does...reactions2comments
Alzheimer’s Book Club: BittersweetThis one snuck up on me. I did not read Bittersweet by Susan Cain with the intention of writing this post. It...reactionscomments
Strained Sibling Relationships When a Parent Has Alzheimer'sSince my mom was diagnosed with Alzheimer's in 2010, I have met many other adult children who have a parent with the...reactionscomments
What Are Fraud, Waste, and Abuse in Medicaid and Medicare?Medicaid and Medicare are two separate government-run programs in the United States. They provide insurance coverage for people who meet specific criteria...reactionscomments
How To Free Your Mind of Worry When Your Loved One Has Alzheimer'sThere were many times when my mom was living with Alzheimer's that I would find myself in a never-ending spiral of worry...reactions3comments
