Getting Started: Identifying Your Caregiver ResourcesWhen I first became my mom's caregiver in 2011 I was lost in the caregiving sauce! The doctors and neurologists at the time gave my mom her diagnosis and dismissed...reactionscomments
Requesting FMLA for Alzheimer's CaregiversThe Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) is a law that allows you to go on temporary leave from your job because of family, medical, or military reasons. FMLA is...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 placed in an involuntary conservatorship. Over a decade...reactions1comment
How Do I Connect With Others Affected by Alzheimer's Disease?Navigating life with or caring for someone with Alzheimer's disease can be overwhelming. This can be an incredibly isolating disease, and it is hard to know where to turn when...reactionscomments
Finding Joy in Art: ARTZ PhiladelphiaHow many times has a beautiful image of a sunset or mountain peak left you speechless? Or you hear the crescendo of an orchestra, and you feel like floating to...reactionscomments
What Is Applied Behavior Analysis and How Can It Help with Alzheimer's?Have you ever wondered why your loved one has suddenly started to have increasing behaviors? "How do I handle this?" you might ask yourself. Caregivers often find themselves on the...reactionscomments
Home and Community Based Services for Alzheimer'sAging in place, at home, is a common goal. People with Alzheimer's and their loved ones are no different. As the person with Alzheimer's declines, it becomes harder for them...reactions1comment
Music and Art Therapy for Alzheimer's and DementiaAlzheimer’s disease is a brain disorder. It affects memory, thinking, and learning and is the most common form of dementia. Symptoms worsen over time. Eventually, they impact your ability to...reactions1comment
Firearm Safety and DementiaIf you or a loved one has Alzheimer's or dementia, you may have considered safety issues. These include driving and changes to the home. But have you thought about gun...reactions5comments
Tackling Daily Tasks with the Help of In-Home CareMy grandma moved into an assisted living facility just over a year ago. It hasn't all been smooth, but it's been helpful to have meals and housekeeping services provided. My...reactionscomments
Circadian Rhythm: The Relationship Between Sleep and Alzheimer'sAs you age, your body changes. One thing that happens as you get older is your sleep patterns tend to be different. You could also have a decline in brain...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. Any form of fraud, waste, and abuse of...reactionscomments
Adult Day Center: Interview with Activities Director, GailAs much as we all enjoy a day on the sofa binge-watching a season or two of a show, it's probably not really the ideal way to spend all of...reactions3comments
Scamming the Elderly: Keeping Loved Ones Safe From Predatory PracticesSenior citizens can be easy targets for scammers. The COVID-19 pandemic has left them even more vulnerable. Over the last 2 years, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has seen an...reactionscomments
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 you or a loved one has been recently...reactionscomments
Alzheimer's Tips: Calming a Loved One Who is AgitatedCaring for a loved one with Alzheimer's can be a tough job. With time, most caregivers learn ways to help calm and comfort their loved ones. To find out which...reactions8comments
The Benefits of Hiring a Home Healthcare AideThis answer may surprise you: When asked what has the greatest influence on my role as a caregiver. I say my mom's home healthcare aide. Let me tell you, I...reactions4comments
Home Care in Early-Stage Alzheimer'sHave you been considering looking into home care for your loved one with Alzheimer's, but you aren't sure what that actually looks like? Is your loved one still in the...reactions2comments
A Beginner’s Guide to Legal Terms in Dementia CareWills, power of attorney, guardianship - I thought I knew most all there was to know about these legal matters - after all, I've watched my fair share of legal...reactionscomments
Making Sense of Legal and Financial Jargon in Dementia CareWhen we're wading through the complicated legal and financial paperwork for our loved one with dementia, there is so much jargon. Making sense of all the pieces of dementia care...reactions1comment
