My Unexpected Adventure...My in-laws had always been a huge part of my life. I never knew how huge it was about to get. In...reactions2replies
Remembering What I Can...I can vaguely remember being diagnosed because it was such a monstrous event. Mostly, life goes on without people noticing if I...reactions2replies
Send the letter?...I have decided to write an email letter to my Mom sharing how hurtful her remarks and treatment of my son have...reactions1replyFriends & Family
Walks With My Father...I have always enjoyed taking walks with my father. As we continued to walk here, there, and everywhere, I was fortunate to...reactionscomments
Self-care tips...For me, it is taking a minute for quiet reflection. I think it is all to easy to get caught up in...reactions3replies
Just venting....It’s becoming almost impossible to have a real conversation with my foster mom anymore. We barely understand each other. Her ability to...reactions1reply
Why does a fall trigger Alz decline?...I am wondering why a fall triggers advancement of Alzhiemers? It did for my Dad, and I've heard medical staff repeat that...reactions2repliesMyths vs. Facts
When to tell the little ones....I’ve been diagnosed with Stage 1 Alzheimer. I’ve had the blood tests and brain scans to confirm it. We have told our...reactions1reply
I feel guilty that I want my Mom to pass on....Dad (ADP)passed July 2024. He actually died of a broken heart, I believe. He had decreased short term memory, but still functioned...reactions5repliesFriends & Family
Dementia?...After the last five years ending in my Dad passing July 2024 with Alz., and my Mom has definitely exhibited symptoms of...reactions2repliesFriends & Family
Therapeutic Recreation in the treatment of Alz....I am a CTRS, Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist with over 40 years of professional experience. Five years of my career was dedicated...reactions1replyCaregiving
I know what's coming ! ...I Went from a caregiver, to being diagnosed with Dementia myself . The worst part is , I know what is coming...reactions2repliesCoping
Book about Dementia...Has anyone read The Unexpected Journey by Emma Heming Willis (Bruce Willis' wife)? I'm not sure if I can handle it so...reactions1replyResourcesCaregiving
Finding or forming Local Community Groups...Many members have shared that they have a difficult time finding peer support in their community. A member of our community and...reactionsrepliesCaregivingCopingResources
Awareness ...How to handle a person with Alzheimer's who doesn't think anything is wrong with them even after a diagnosis? They blame everything...reactions4replies
NOW CLOSED - Alzheimer's Caregiver Awareness Month Giveaway...The Alzheimer's Caregiver Awareness Month Giveaway is now closed. Thank you for your interest! November is National Family Caregivers Awareness Month! Caregivers...reactions1comment
Is she getting worse? What stage is this?...How do I know if things are getting worse? My mom’s dementia seems to have gotten noticeably worse over the past few...reactions2repliesCaregivingDementia TypesDepression
Constant nasal drip...Does anyone have suggested treatments for that constant nasal drip that doesn't get wiped as needed?...reactions1replyTips & Advice
How relationships change when spouse has Alzheimers...My husband has had Alzheimers for several years and at this point, he is mid-level capability. He still wants intimacy but, as...reactions1replyIntimacy & Relationships
THE END OF ALZHEIMERS ...please share my experience! 10 years ago I was diagnosed with DEMENTIA by Neurologist. 3 years ago he said I'm sorry ARiCEPT...reactions1reply
