The Harm in Feeling Sorry for YourselfMy mom was diagnosed with Alzheimer's when I was only 25 years old. I got engaged to my husband just a few days later. The first thing I did without... By Lauren Dykovitz3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Finding Balance in Life as a CaregiverThey say you can't pour from an empty cup, and that's definitely true in my life as a caregiver. It's so important to find the balance and give yourself grace... By Nikki Nurse3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Navigating the Paperwork for DementiaYour loved one is starting to have symptoms of dementia or maybe just received a diagnosis. What do you do now? Caregivers are often tasked with getting the legal and... By Kelsey Ramos-Conroy3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Focusing On What Your Loved One Can Still DoIf you were to sit down and write a list of all the things your loved one with Alzheimer's can no longer do, I bet you would have no problem... By Lauren Dykovitz2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Alzheimer's Disease Brings UncertaintyThere are so many things, memories, health questions, financial questions, that are affected by Alzheimer's disease. The timetable for the progression of the disease is a huge question mark. You... By Kathy Matheny2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
5 Ways for Setting Boundaries in CaregivingIn the early stages of Alzheimer's, it can be difficult to set limits with your loved one. But as their condition progresses and they become more dependent on you for... By Nikki Nurse1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
Signs You May be Suffering from Caregiver BurnoutBeing a caregiver to those who have dementia and Alzheimer's disease is an extremely emotional task, specifically for a loved one, of which a majority of caregivers are, in addition... By Shannon Simcox3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Creating Boundaries to ThriveCan I bring up something a little controversial? I want to chat about boundaries. So often they get a bad rap. If I'm honest, I have often struggled with saying... By Nikki Nurse3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Community Views: Caregivers Working (or Not Working) TogetherAn Alzheimer's diagnosis often causes a shift in family dynamics. Ideally, family members work together to meet their loved one's changing needs. However, it can be an overwhelming task as... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Accepting Changes with Eating in Late-Stage Alzheimer'sWhen my mom was in the later stages of Alzheimer's disease, it was a challenge to find foods that she was still able to eat. She had begun having more... By Lauren Dykovitz3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Weight of Past MemoriesWe have recently completed a move that has been in the works for over a year. We have boxes upon boxes that I meticulously wrapped and taped. Now I have... By Kathy Matheny2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Occupational Therapy's Role with Early-Stage Alzheimer'sA study in the Journal of Gerontology recognized occupational therapy (OT) as being an effective force in helping a person with Alzheimer's disease to manage their occupational performance. Occupational performance... By Lynn Marie Witt, MSOT2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Choose Your Words WiselyYour resident word nerd is back again! As a journalist, editor, and writer, I spend my days with words. I put pen to paper or fingers to keys every day... By Shannon Simcox2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Managing Routine and Inevitable Changes in RoutineWhen we begin reading online about Alzheimer's disease, one of the key takeaways is about routine, routine, routine, and how it is important for people living with dementia! But, what... By Kerri MacKay4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
What Do You Say to Your Loved One With Alzheimer’s Disease?We moved recently, and we have to start over with all of our medical care. I had finally gotten comfortable with our doctors in Buffalo after a few false starts... By Kathy Matheny2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Lesser-Known First Signs and Symptoms of Alzheimer's DiseaseI will never forget the day I was moving into a new apartment and my mom sat on the living room floor with her jacket on and her purse in... By Lauren Dykovitz2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Struggles with FoodAs my husband's Alzheimer's progresses he struggles more and more with certain types of food. I first noticed him having difficulty cutting a piece of pizza rather than picking it... By Lisa Marshall2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Difficult ConversationsIf we had a nickel for every difficult conversation we needed to have or have tried to avoid, we could put our own rocket into space long before Jeff Bezos... By Kathy Matheny4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Brain Fog and AllIt is a lot harder to make decisions now. With an Alzheimer's diagnosis, I find that I am always questioning my judgment. Lines become blurred, brain fog sets in, and... By Kris Bakowski2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Grief is Personal: My Five StagesJust about anyone can Google and find the five stages of grief: denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance. What's more, grief can come in many forms as many in this... By Shannon Simcox4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments