Knowing Better, Doing BetterI'm just gonna come out and say it: I am far from being the perfect caregiver. I make mistakes and fall short all the time but guess what? It is... By Nikki Nurse3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Donanemab Receives FDA Breakthrough Therapy DesignationPharma company Eli Lilly announced that their antibody drug for Alzheimer's disease, donanemab, has been granted a Breakthrough Therapy designation from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Breakthrough Therapy... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Reading, Writing and 'RithmeticWhen I was diagnosed with Alzheimer's I was the director of a two-thousand-seat performing arts center. That job entailed a lot of hours and carried a lot of stress with it... By Kris Bakowski2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Need to Feel Needed: Generativity and Alzheimer'sPsychologists have found that when we help others or reflect on ways we have helped others, we have better psychological well-being, higher self-esteem, better physical health, and even live longer... By Molli Rothseid, PhD3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
A Caregiver's Love and GuiltHave you ever found yourself wishing for your loved one's death? Maybe not specifically for their death, but for an end to their suffering? I am not ashamed to admit... By Lauren Dykovitz2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
ADLs, IADLs: Understanding Long-Term Services and SupportsTo ensure that every person receives the care they need, doctors and governing bodies have created standardized scales and surveys to assess patient health. These measurements can tell healthcare professionals... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
The Surprising Gift of Raising Kids While CaregivingWhen I was a kid, I pictured my future 34-year-old self as taller and hopefully more confident, working my dream job, and, to put it simply - dazzling the world... By Kelsey Ramos-Conroy4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Take the Managing Treatment and Medication SurveyThe Managing Treatment and Medication Survey is now closed. Thank you for your interest! Treatment is a big part of managing a chronic (long-term) health condition like Alzheimer's disease. Often... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Reduplicative Paramnesia: Is This a Symptom of Alzheimer's?A 70-year-old woman believed that 2 identical houses were located at the same address. She maintained that both homes have the same furniture. Once a doctor examined her, a tumor... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
When Is It Time to Go to the Doctor?Getting an Alzheimer's diagnosis isn't easy no matter what your age, but especially when you are under the age of 65. I knew something was wrong, but I didn't align my... By Kris Bakowski3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What's in a Name? Struggles with Word RecallI'm going to admit it. It bothered me when Daddy stopped calling me by name. I don't know why. He had lost so much of his language ability by that... By Amy Grantham3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Community Views: What Keeps You Coming Back?AlzheimersDisease.net launched in 2019 to empower the Alzheimer's community, patients, and caregivers to learn, educate, and connect with others about this disease. In the intervening 2 years, we have seen... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Documenting Your Alzheimer's Journey Through PhotographsWhen was the last time you took a photo with your loved one who has Alzheimer's? Scroll through your phone and find the last one. How long ago was it?... By Lauren Dykovitz2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Is it "Normal" Age-Related Memory Loss or is it Dementia?Senility was a term often used to describe confusion and was believed to be a "normal" process of aging and memory loss. There have been many other colorful phrases to... By Amy Matthews3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Sharing Your DiagnosisWhen getting first diagnosed, it is hard to know how and when to share an Alzheimer's diagnosis with others. It is a personal decision and you should feel comfortable about... By Kris Bakowski3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Tricky Stages of Alzheimer's: Coping with Behavioral SymptomsI remember the first time we went to the neurologist and listened to the doctor explain what mom was recently diagnosed with, it was early-onset Alzheimers and my mom was... By Nikki Nurse3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Tips for Finding the Right Assisted Living Facility and HomeMany people caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's disease eventually face the difficult decision of finding an assisted living facility or memory care home for them. It can be... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Preparing for Alzheimer's and Getting OrganizedAfter my Alzheimer's diagnosis, we tried to imagine what we were facing and what our lives would look like in a year. After the first year passed, we thought about... By Kris Bakowski3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
The Missing Piece to Your Caregiver RoutineCan I ask something super random? Who here is trying to stay healthy through their caregiving journey? I had about 3 of the WW Mint Cookie Crunch Mini Bars for... By Nikki Nurse2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Just Diagnosed with Alzheimer's? Questions to Ask Your DoctorWhile an Alzheimer's diagnosis can be overwhelming, taking control of your care or the care of your loved one is crucial. The things you do now can make a big... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments