Navigating Family Life With Alzheimer's...Interpersonal relationships are hard, at least, I think so. We all come into them with our own experiences and feelings, and a family is no different. When a diagnosis of...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Changing Behavior: Preparing for the Progression of Alzheimer's...Time can pass slowly or quickly. We each have days that fly by, while other days have minutes that seem to stretch into eternity. Behavioral changes related to Alzheimer's can...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
My First Experience With Agitation...Out of nowhere, as I was crying about the frustration I feel when I can’t remember things. I began throwing things around the room. It frightened me, as I never...Reactions0reactionsComments9 comments
What are some things that your loved one likes to do in the fall season?...The leaves are falling. Pumpkin spice is everywhere. What are some things your loved one likes to do this time of the year as the weather becomes cooler....Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesCaregivingWeather
Senescent Cells and Alzheimer's Disease...Aging is the main risk factor for Alzheimer's disease (AD). We do not yet know why aging makes people more vulnerable to AD. One possibility is a process called "cellular...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Dementia, Diabetes, Hydrocephalus - Oh My!...Oh, if only we got to deal with one firestorm at a time, but disasters seem to come in 3s. Lions and tigers and bears, oh my! Alzheimer's disease is...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
My Mom Moved Into Senior Housing - And Found Fun and Friends...I have been a caregiver for my mother who lives with Alzheimer's for 8 years. During that time she has lived independently at home, then spent a few years with...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
How can businesses make things easier for Alzheimer’s patients and their caregivers ...From stores to hairdressers and everything in between, share your best thoughts....Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesCaregivingCoping
How to deal with vindictive speech and threats to caregiver? ...How can this be handled when caregiver feels unsafe due to threatening speech?...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesCoping
Separated and Heartbroken...I have been not able to see the man I love because he gets upset when I leave. He does not want to be there; he wants to be with...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Dancing With Poppop...When the iconic opening beats of "Jailhouse Rock" tumbled out of the speaker of my phone, his ears would perk up. He knew this one! Maybe there would be a...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
My friend is distressed and suffering...I have a dear friend living in assisted living. When I visit her she just cries and cries because she doesn't understand why she's there. Even though her family visits...Reactions0reactionsComments10 repliesGrief
Active 2 days agoWhere is the support for the victims of this disease?...I was diagnosed with Mild Cognitive Impairment almost 3 years ago and I don’t see any discussion for those who are facing this horrible disease. I see lots of articles...Reactions0reactionsComments17 repliesAwarenessDementia TypesPatient
Alzheimer's and Shaving: It Might Not Always Go Smoothly...Many men take great pride in their facial hair. There are competitions for mustaches and a month-long campaign in November (No-Shave November) that promotes donations to cancer fighting foundations. For...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Caregiving with my own health issues - any suggestions?...I had a heart attack in June and a stent, then a month later a very high blood pressure episode with some pressure and another stent. I'm not recovering my...Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
Television Caregiving, Is This Okay?...I remember when my children were very young. One of my constant concerns was centered around the idea of keeping them entertained so that I could accomplish what I needed...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
For those of you who have been more recently diagnosed with Alzheimer's, please tell us how you are doing....You are not alone. Come join the conversation about anything that you want to discuss....Reactions0reactionsComments34 repliesCaregivingPatientNewly Diagnosed
How You Can Support Family Members on the Alzheimer's Journey...Throughout the 10 years my mom lived with Alzheimer's disease, my dad was her full-time caregiver. Although I helped out as much as I could, I never felt like I...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Accepting Caregiving Help From My Kids...My husband and I have been married for over 30 years. When you say your I do's, you can't imagine what your life will be like so far down the...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
What can make traveling easier for someone living with Alzheimer's or dementia?...Do you have any tips for a calm traveling experience? What kinds of things do you consider in advance? Do you have any special items that you bring along? We'd...Reactions0reactionsComments7 repliesCaregivingResourcesTravel
