Caregivers Need a Paperwork Power TeamThe Avengers, the X-Men, the Ninja Turtles. They all knew they were better in a team. Caregivers are often tasked with getting the legal and financial jumble of paperwork in... By Kelsey Ramos-Conroy5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
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 are often tasked with getting the legal and... By Kelsey Ramos-Conroy3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Occupational Therapy's Role with Early-Stage Alzheimer'sA study in the Journal of Gerontology recognized occupational therapy (OT) as being an effective force in helping a person with Alzheimer's disease to manage their occupational performance. Occupational performance... By Lynn Marie Witt, MSOT2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 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
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
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
What Are the Best Apps Created for Dementia Caregivers to Help Organize Schedules?A Massachusetts teenager and his family created an app to help coordinate care for his grandmother after she was diagnosed with Alzheimer's. Named CareZare, the app is now available for... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Sources for Finding Professional Help with Alzheimer'sCaring for someone with Alzheimer's disease can be a full-time job, even if you're lucky enough to have the help of family and friends. Thankfully, there are people in the... By Alice Scarr2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Helpful Resources for the Alzheimer’s CommunityWhen receiving an Alzheimer’s diagnosis for yourself or your loved one, it can feel overwhelming to figure out what resources you may need and where to begin accessing information. Below... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Alzheimer's Care Resources: Help and Support through ProgressionAsking for help is not an easy thing to do, especially as we get older. We are taught to learn to do things ourselves, figure it out, and shoulder the... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments