Something Is Just Not Right: Getting an Alzheimer's DiagnosisEveryone’s diagnosis journey is a little different. The twists and turns can be flip flopped. The pace and hurdles have their own...reactions1comment
Acceptance Won't Change the Outcome, But It Can Change the JourneyEarly on in my mom’s Alzheimer’s diagnosis, I could not be around her without having to leave the room to cry at...reactions2comments
Alzheimer's & Antidepressants: Is There a Link?Antidepressants are commonly used to treat depression and anxiety. Research shows that in adults age 60 and older, 19.1 percent took an...reactions1comment
Learning to Weather the Storm: A Story of Life, Love, and Alzheimer’sWe interviewed Lauren Dykovitz, a former caregiver for her mom with Alzheimer's. This is her story. My mom was diagnosed with early-onset...reactionscomments
We Have Our Good Days & Bad DaysI think all my mom’s days are good days. She is a very positive person when it comes to her outlook on...reactions1comment
One More Day With a Lost Loved OneAuthor Mitch Albom has a quote that says, “But ask yourself this: Have you ever lost someone you love and wanted one...reactions2comments
How Technology Brings Both Convenience and Confusion: Results of the Connected Health SurveySometimes, it feels like we are surrounded by technology. Apps, devices, trackers, and gadgets are everywhere! In this digital age, though, everyone...reactions1comment
Pros & Cons of Memory Care HomesI don’t know about you, but I never thought I’d have a loved one who would need to move to a nursing...reactions3comments
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
Grieving Someone with Alzheimer's Who Is Still AliveDo you remember the last time your loved one called you on the phone? What about the last time your loved one...reactions6comments
When Your Alzheimer’s Loved One Is SAD: Dealing with Seasonal Affective DisorderIt’s no secret that Alzheimer’s disease (AD) and other conditions of dementia share unfortunate connections to depression. As many as 68 percent...reactions3comments
Remembering the Man vs. the DiseaseI am 31 years old. It's been 5 years since my Poppop's passing. He lived with his Alzheimer's diagnosis for 15 years...reactions1comment
Where Is the Hope & Optimism in Alzheimer's Disease?Hope is a precious thing. I think the opposite of hope is depression. Resignation. Stagnation. Status Quo. Dust and mothballs. Hope, by...reactions5comments
The "Forgotten" Ones: Children of the CaregiversStuck in the “forgotten” generation. Many find themselves in this “forgotten” generation through no one’s fault, but just as the result of...reactionscomments
A Few of My Favorite Things to Be Grateful ForEver since my grandson, Thomas, was born I have been thinking of my mom. I have been wishing with all my heart...reactions1comment
Virtual Fundraising: Getting People On BoardJust about every nonprofit and research group out there is in a bit of a pickle in 2020. Events that typically garner...reactions1comment
The Emotional and Mental Impact of COVID-19The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted everyone’s lives in 2020. However, recent evidence shows it may have effects beyond the inconveniences and interruptions...reactions1comment
Housing & Alzheimer's: Moving On to Create a New HomeAbout 18 months ago, my grandma who is now 85, put her name on the waiting list for an assisted living apartment...reactions3comments
What is the Connection Between Gut Health and Alzheimer's Disease?Alzheimer's disease is the most common type of dementia worldwide. However, there are few treatments for it. Scientists believe that Alzheimer's is...reactions1comment
Remembering Simple Tasks: Let's Go to the Video Tape!My mom used to be a TV remote control gun slinger. While others used to complain about not being able set the...reactionscomments
