When Worlds Collide, Welcome Them to the NeighborhoodI made a new friend the other day, we'll call her A. She and I had both started new jobs and found...reactions2comments
The Alzheimer's Community Welcome KitFirst and foremost, welcome to the club that no one ever wants to be part of. Alzheimer's can feel overwhelming, especially when...reactionscomments
"I’m So Sorry" and Other Things to Say in the Face of Alzheimer’sMy beloved Walk to End Alzheimer's annual event took place a few weeks ago. After putting in my steps with my family...reactionscomments
We Have a Lot to Be Thankful ForWe just celebrated Thanksgiving. My brother was finally able to make it home. We talk on the phone a lot, but he...reactions1comment
Storytellers: Hand-Me-Down MemoriesDaddy was a storyteller from a long line of storytellers. It's a family tradition passed down from generation to generation. When we...reactions2comments
Be Careful What You Wish ForI have heard them called "surgery prayers." Those are the prayers you pray for patience or resilience or to lose weight or...reactions2comments
What Is the Social Health Network Community?Like our other Health Union condition communities, the Social Health Network brings people together to drive unique and impactful conversations about health...reactionscomments
Mindfulness Practices for the Millennial CaregiverThey say nothing is 100 percent... But I am 100 percent certain I can reduce your overall stress level with just a...reactionscomments
How to Assist Your Loved One With Eating a MealA common issue many caregivers face is getting their loved ones to eat. There may come a time when your loved one...reactionscomments
Home Modifications for Alzheimer's DiseaseMany caregivers prioritize keeping a loved one with Alzheimer's at home. The challenge becomes keeping your loved one safe in their home...reactionscomments
Get What You Can, Can What You Get, Then Sit On Your CanThis is an odd life philosophy, and at first, glance sounds greedy, but I suppose I am greedy for time with my...reactions2comments
IKEA Hacks... For People Living With DementiaI upgraded my phone a few weeks ago. In going from an iPhone 6S to an iPhone 12 (mini, blue for those...reactionscomments
Dealing With Dementia: Making the Most of an Alzheimer's DiagnosisTonight, I was settling into my oversized chair with my legs curled under me. I grabbed the remote ready to flip through...reactions1comment
Add It to the List: Self-CareEvery day, caregivers attempt to complete a long list of tasks: meals, laundry, hygiene, and more. All of this is usually just...reactions8comments
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...reactions4comments
Fundraising Through CompetitionIf it's one thing I've learned in my 10 years of fundraising for the Walk to End Alzheimer's, it is that some...reactionscomments
Sitting in the Dark, Sitting on the FloorWhen we got home the other night, mom was sitting on a chair in the living room, near the front door. She...reactions4comments
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
Waves of Grief: Missing My Gramps With Alzheimer'sIt's been 14 years since I last saw his face and heard his words. Waves came over me today like it was...reactions2comments
The Importance of Finding Community and Sharing Your StoryThe day after my 62-year-old mom was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, I called my best friend to tell her the news. My...reactions1comment
