How do you help your loved one stay hydrated? ...Many people with dementia have trouble recognizing that they are thirsty or accessing water to drink, and this can affect them in several ways - worsened symptoms, UTIs, headaches, and...reactions6repliesCaregivingDiet & NutritionTips & Advice
Humility and Caregiving as a Man...Archie Bunker, Jerry Lewis, and Rambo - what do they have in common? These were a few of the more common male media stereotypes that I grew up watching on...reactions3comments
Getting Started: Identifying Your Caregiver Resources...When 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
Finally found a helpful Forum...I was recently diagnosed with early Dementia on December 24. I could write a long multi-paragraph intro, but that is not my intent. Please don't mistake what I am going...reactions2repliesDiagnosisNewly DiagnosedPatient
Taking Back My Health When My Mom Moved Out...Caregivers, when was the last time you went to a health appointment for yourself? If you are like me, chances are most of the appointments you attend are for the...reactionscomments
Grateful for Dad's Yellow Cap...As a caregiver to my father during his years of living with Alzheimer's disease, he was still always up for an outing, and riding in the car meant an adventure...reactionscomments
How has your life changed after placing a loved one in senior or assisted living?...As the needs of a loved one with Alzheimer's progress and change, many family caregivers find themselves transitioning their loved one to assisted living. How has your life changed after...reactionsrepliesAssisted LivingCopingCaregiving
Flexibility in Alzheimer's Caregiving: Making Compromises...I used to be a planner. I grew up in the era of "to-do" lists, calendars, day timers, goals, objectives, and plans. I remember one of the most asked questions...reactionscomments
Mid-Life, Mid-Stage Crisis...We have been humming along okay. Mom has been managing pretty well. She can make her grits, dress herself, contribute brokenly to our conversations. We will watch a show together...reactionscomments
Over 1000 Clinical trial in the past 10 years and no treatments - what's going on?...Hi everyone - Unfortunately, I have a very disturbing answer to that question. Almost all the money we donate to research goes to academic institutions that do research - research...reactions5repliesResearch & Clinical TrialsNon Drug Treatments
The Different Types of Dementia: A Deep Dive...Dementia is a condition that is common among older adults. This condition involves the loss of cognitive function. That means it is difficult for people with dementia to think, remember...reactionscomments
Balancing Caregiving and Friendships...Being a full-time family caregiver is a noble responsibility, but it can impact your social life. When you're constantly attending to your loved one's needs, it's easy to feel isolated...reactions2comments
Drivers license and insurance ...Is there a protocol for no longer paying for insurance for your loved one who is no longer driving? Does your insurance policy increase since you are now the sole...reactions2repliesCost
How Family and Caregivers Can Help Those Living With Alzheimer's...After I was diagnosed with Alzheimer's, I found it hard to ask for help. I never really had to ask for help before and I didn't want to admit my...reactions3comments
A Million Ways Not To: Remaining Hopeful in Finding a Cure...Scientists can be some of the most rewarding people to speak to. I know, as a community bonded together by our shared suffering at the hands of a disease for...reactions3comments
Unpacking Ferroptosis: What Does a Build-up of Iron Do to the Brain?...New research has discovered a new biological process involved in Alzheimer's disease. This process is called ferroptosis. This may open up new treatment options for Alzheimer's disease. More research is...reactionscomments
Lost Shoes...One day, when I visited Ada J., she mentioned needing to find her shoes first for a wedding before she could focus on doing art. Despite trying various distractions, I...reactions2comments
Change in interests - What to make of this?...My husband was dx 2 years ago with early alzs. So many times, it doesn't seem to fit. Then, "there it is." Lately he has ordered many fake flowers and...reactions8replies
"Normal Life" After Full-Time Caregiving: What It Looks Like for Me...When my mom lived in my home and I cared for her full-time, it felt like it might never end. But a few years later, my mom moved into a...reactionscomments
