Preserving My Mom's Dignity: Respecting Her PerspectiveIt's easy to get all business like when there is so much to do for your loved one (LO) living with dementia (LOLWD also LOWD). You want to expedite all... By Kathy Matheny3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Community Views: The Isolation That Follows an Alzheimer's DiagnosisIt is common for people living with Alzheimer's disease to feel alone in their journey. The symptoms are hard to bear, and many people lack support as well. Caregivers may... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Aging is Cool: Thinking Positively About Getting Older Can Prevent DementiaMy family of 5 moved into a new house just before my mom who lives with Alzheimer's disease moved in with us. The house is situated near the bottom of... By Kelsey Ramos-Conroy4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
How I Wish We Handled My Grandfather's DiagnosisIt took a while in my family to find a new rhythm once Alzheimer's was a part of the equation. Questions and queries, some vulnerable, some exposing the cracks of... By Shannon Simcox3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Tips for Eating Out at RestaurantsMy mom and dad used to like to go out to eat every Friday for a fish fry - it was their thing. A source of social entertainment for them... By Lynn Marie Witt, MSOT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments12 comments
Alzheimer's Advocacy: Can We Do More?I have an acquaintance who recently moved to a fairly large midwestern city to work on her doctorate. She is studying how birds hear. Evidently, there is a link between... By Scott Matheny2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Beyond the Alzheimer’s Disease Process: Treating People With DignityAlzheimer's disease slowly began to change every aspect of both of my parent's lives. Quite honestly, every aspect of my life too. My parents had spent a lifetime giving back... By Lynn Marie Witt, MSOT2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Compassionate Caregiving Strategies for Family AdvocatesProviding care for a loved one can be rewarding but can also be demanding and time-consuming. The stress of neglecting self-care and providing care for another can become overwhelming and... By Nikki Nurse2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
See Me - Not My DiseaseAfter I was diagnosed with Alzheimer's many people saw me differently. Immediately different. Five seconds after I told them I had Alzheimer's, they perceived me as different. I always joked... By Kris Bakowski2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
My Greatest Fear as a Dementia CaregiverWhenever I hear the latest news about Alzheimer's or learn a new symptom of dementia, I start to feel this nagging fear. It started small but has slowly grown over... By Kelsey Ramos-Conroy3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Does Vitamin D Affect Alzheimer's Risk or Progression?Vitamin D plays an important role in our health. It helps the body absorb and retain calcium. Calcium helps the body build strong bones. Vitamin D also helps the body... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Words Matter: Thinking Beyond Words SpokenThink about a time you felt belittled or embarrassed by someone. As a kid, specifically as a teenager, I remember how emotions sit so close to the surface that you... By Holly Miller3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Medication Experience: Do What Is Right for YouI am sure that many will relate to my story of being diagnosed with Alzheimer's. After a very lengthy process of all the "alphabet soup" tests, evaluations, neuro-psychological exams, spinal... By Kris Bakowski3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments10 comments
Why a Move to Senior Housing Can Be the Best and Safest ChoicePart of caring for someone with Alzheimer's is wondering when they will need more help. As a caregiver for my mom, who is living with the disease, I know it... By Kelsey Ramos-Conroy4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Unlocking Your Intuitive Caregiving PowersAs family caregivers, we all have a natural ability to provide intuitive care. That means having confidence and trust in our own instincts and knowing that we are capable of... By Nikki Nurse2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Watching My Loved Ones' Experience: The A's of Alzheimer's DiseaseMy journey with Alzheimer's disease has been through the eyes of a healthcare professional and a caregiver to both my parents. Through my years of experience, I have witnessed firsthand... By Lynn Marie Witt, MSOT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Choose Kindness"In a world where you can be anything, be kind." This often-touted quote is one that resonates in many circumstances; it can remind you at the moment to hold your... By Shannon Simcox3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
What Senior Housing Is Right for My Loved One With Dementia?When I was faced with the agonizing decision of whether it was time to move my mom into senior housing, it was like walking into a new world. This new... By Kelsey Ramos-Conroy5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Caregivers, Get Support Before You Feel Like You Need ItWhen my mom was living with Alzheimer's, I never reached out for help or support from anyone. I never went to a therapist or looked for a support group. I... By Lauren Dykovitz2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Just Keep Chopping: The Search for a CureOne thing I love most about long summer days is their slowness; the ease with which the minute hand creeps around the clock is luxurious. Cookouts are a common theme... By Shannon Simcox2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments