The St. Louis University Mental Status (SLUMS) Exam...Medical advances mean adults are living longer than before. In an aging population, dementia is more prevalent. And more people with dementia...reactionscomments
Preparations for the Holidays...Holidays can bring so much joy to family and friends — but for caregivers, it can also be a lot. Hosting or...reactionscomments
When Our Loved One's Pass After a Long Battle With Alzheimer's...I am writing this article, because I honestly wish I had an article like this when my parents passed. Both of my...reactions9comments
'Tis the Season: Surviving the Holidays As A Caregiver...I love the holiday season. Christmas was celebrated big in my family growing up, and my mom and I had a tradition...reactionsrepliesCaregivingCopingTips & Advice
Sharing is Caring. Helping a Neighbor in Need....A neighboring couple has a spouse who is suffering from Alzheimer's disease. As I see them take walks, work in the yard...reactions10comments
Changing Behavior: Setting Realistic Routines...There are so many things about Alzheimer's disease that can be challenging. Constant changes and decision making can leave individuals and caregivers...reactionscomments
Active 5 days agoWhat's next after a diagnosis? Visualization of the dementia progression scale...Hi! I"m new here, I was a carer for my mother 24/7 for 7 years and worked with other carers to help...reactions7repliesTips & Advice
My New Alzheimer's Lifestyle...I will admit it - for most of my life I have been pretty selfish. I don't mean dangerously so, although you...reactionscomments
The Impact of Caregiving on Your Health and Well-Being...Being a caregiver can be an incredibly rewarding experience. However, it can also be incredibly challenging, not only for those in your...reactions2comments
Your Caregiver Parent: Navigating a Strained Relationship...Do you have a parent who is living with Alzheimer's or dementia? Do you have a strained relationship with your other parent...reactions1comment
"What's in It for Me?"...Being a caregiver can be a thankless job. There is so much grunt work. There is all the regular work you do...reactions1comment
How to Talk to Your Grandkids About Alzheimer's...I was 13 years old when my Poppop was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. I had no idea at the time, of course...reactionscomments
What are good ways to listen to music?...Many of our loved ones benefit from listening to music. Whether it be with headphones or old school record players, what works...reactionsrepliesCaregiving
My Experience With ARTZ Philadelphia...This week I shared an "Art Experience" through ARTZ Philadelphia in conjunction with the Dementia Society of America. On the last Monday of...reactionscomments
Capturing Alzheimer's Through the Camera Lens...Alzheimer's is a disease that progresses with time. We had the opportunity to speak with Ashley, a talented photographer, on her experience...reactionscomments
Advocating For Your Loved One...When is it a good time to speak up for your loved one? We should try to leave them speak for themselves...reactions2comments
6 Tips to Help Manage Resistance During Dressing Tasks...Growing up, my mom and dad were the ones who instilled in me the importance of hygiene. My mom and dad always...reactionscomments
Help with my mum...This morning, I greeted my mother, and she seemed unsure about how she was feeling. As we discussed breakfast, she couldn't recall...reactions1replyAssisted Living
How do you keep your loved one with Alzheimer's properly hydrated? ...What are your thoughts on why keeping our loved ones hydrated and how is that a challenge for you?...reactionsrepliesCaregiving
Landing the Helicopter...What can I say? I'm protective. A helicopter parent is one who hovers over their kids' lives, ready to swoop in at...reactions2comments
