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
My sister will not accept any help...My sister lives alone & still drives in her area of the city. She was recently diagnosed with dementia, although her daughters...reactions1replyNewly Diagnosed
5 Ways to Find Strength as a Family Caregiver for Someone With Alzheimer's...Being a family caregiver for someone with Alzheimer's can be an incredibly difficult and emotionally draining experience. It is important to remember...reactionscomments
Bipolar and Dementia Experiences ...I am Bipolar and in the early stages of Dementia. I am fortunate to receive excellent psychiatric care and treatment, including medication...reactions2repliesAwarenessDiagnosisNewly Diagnosed
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...reactionscomments
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...reactions2comments
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...reactions19comments
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...reactions5repliesCaregivingWeather
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...reactionscomments
