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...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...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...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...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...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...reactions9repliesResearch & 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...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...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...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...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...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...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...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."...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...reactionscomments
What is your relationship with your/loved one's health care team? ...How do you feel your healthcare team supports you in managing you/your loved one's health? If positive, what advice would you give...reactions10repliesHealthcare Team
We Got a Puppy - What Were We Thinking?!...Caring for a loved one with dementia is a lot of work. It takes a lot of time. Your day revolves around...reactions1comment
What are the main reasons for putting financial assets in caregivers name only...I put our financial assets in my name only when my DH was first diagnosed a few years ago. Now he's upset...reactions10repliesCaregiving
Helping Caregivers - A SMART Approach...About 10 years ago I finished my master's degree program in management and leadership with the goal of using it primarily in...reactionscomments
