Preparations for the HolidaysHolidays can bring so much joy to family and friends — but for caregivers, it can also be a lot. Hosting or...reactionscomments
To B(ath)e or Not to B(ath)e?The showerhead drenched my shirt as tried to coax my wife, Barbara, to stay under the water long enough to rinse out...reactions2comments
What You Wish People Knew About Alzheimer’sAlzheimer's is a largely misunderstood diagnosis, for many different reasons. In large part, this is because it is not always discussed openly...reactions1comment
My New Alzheimer's LifestyleI will admit it - for most of my life I have been pretty selfish. I don't mean dangerously so, although you...reactionscomments
How to Talk to Your Grandkids About Alzheimer'sI was 13 years old when my Poppop was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. I had no idea at the time, of course...reactionscomments
My Experience With ARTZ PhiladelphiaThis week I shared an "Art Experience" through ARTZ Philadelphia in conjunction with the Dementia Society of America. On the last Monday of...reactionscomments
Landing the HelicopterWhat can I say? I'm protective. A helicopter parent is one who hovers over their kids' lives, ready to swoop in at...reactions2comments
5 Ways to Find Strength as a Family Caregiver for Someone With Alzheimer'sBeing a family caregiver for someone with Alzheimer's can be an incredibly difficult and emotionally draining experience. It is important to remember...reactionscomments
Senescent Cells and Alzheimer's DiseaseAging is the main risk factor for Alzheimer's disease (AD). We do not yet know why aging makes people more vulnerable to...reactionscomments
Dementia, Diabetes, Hydrocephalus - Oh My!Oh, if only we got to deal with one firestorm at a time, but disasters seem to come in 3s. Lions and...reactionscomments
Television Caregiving, Is This Okay?I remember when my children were very young. One of my constant concerns was centered around the idea of keeping them entertained...reactionscomments
Accepting Caregiving Help From My KidsMy husband and I have been married for over 30 years. When you say your I do's, you can't imagine what your...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
Conservatorships and DementiaYou've likely heard of the term "conservatorship," maybe from the Britney Spears scandal that started in the late 2000s when she was...reactions1comment
Please Don't Talk About My Loved One in Front of My Loved OneOne time during my mom's journey with Alzheimer's, I helped my dad take her to a family party. I was sitting on...reactionscomments
Unrecognizable: Who Are You?Alzheimer's is a very sad disease. It is sad for the person with it and all the loss that accompanies it. It...reactionscomments
Who Are You? (Part Two)It is so painful to watch your loved one leave you. Even more so when you have been married for over 60...reactionscomments
Eating Tips to Improve Your Loved One's MoodIf you're a caregiver for someone with Alzheimer's, you know that one of the most common challenges is trying to keep your...reactions2comments
With Alzheimer's, Your Questions ChangeIt was a hot, muggy, buggy night, the kind you expect from New Orleans, and it was only spring. The calendar read...reactions2comments
Menopause and Alzheimer's DiseaseAlzheimer's disease is most common in people over age 65. We also know that Alzheimer's disease is more common in women than...reactionscomments
