Time Spent Together is Priceless...The changes were subtle at first and progressed to more forgetfulness over time. Things that used to come relatively easy for our father were now tricky, and this caused frustration...reactions4comments
Why a Move to Senior Housing Can Be the Best and Safest Choice...Part of caring for someone with Alzheimer's is wondering when they will need more help. As a caregiver for my mom, who is living with the disease, I know it...reactions3comments
Unlocking Your Intuitive Caregiving Powers...As family caregivers, we all have a natural ability to provide intuitive care. That means having confidence and trust in our own instincts and knowing that we are capable of...reactionscomments
What has been your experience with Alzheimer-related medications? ...We know that Alzheimer's drugs are not designed to get rid of the disease, but rather, to help with the symptoms. What has your experience been with Alzheimer-related drugs? Did...reactions14repliesTreatment
Multi vitamin from Centrum...According to Centrum, the COSMOS trial results suggest that taking Centrum Silver multivitamins daily may help support cognitive function, memory. Is this backed by ALZ?...reactions2repliesNon Drug Treatments
Watching My Loved Ones' Experience: The A's of Alzheimer's Disease...My journey with Alzheimer's disease has been through the eyes of a healthcare professional and a caregiver to both my parents. Through my years of experience, I have witnessed firsthand...reactionscomments
Choose Kindness..."In a world where you can be anything, be kind." This often-touted quote is one that resonates in many circumstances; it can remind you at the moment to hold your...reactions1comment
What Senior Housing Is Right for My Loved One With Dementia?...When I was faced with the agonizing decision of whether it was time to move my mom into senior housing, it was like walking into a new world. This new...reactionscomments
How to get help...I am having a hard time, I feel I want to sleep all day and not get up and have to face everyday life over and over again. Sometimes I...reactions5repliesCaregiving
Caregivers, Get Support Before You Feel Like You Need It...When my mom was living with Alzheimer's, I never reached out for help or support from anyone. I never went to a therapist or looked for a support group. I...reactions1comment
Just Keep Chopping: The Search for a Cure...One thing I love most about long summer days is their slowness; the ease with which the minute hand creeps around the clock is luxurious. Cookouts are a common theme...reactionscomments
Eye Health and Alzheimer's: Navigating the Eye Doctor’s Office...Alzheimer's disease is the most common cause of dementia. About 6.7 million people over the age of 65 in the United States have Alzheimer's disease. For people between 30 and...reactionscomments
How Long Can Someone Live With Alzheimer's?...The life expectancy of a person with Alzheimer's disease is quite variable. Over a dozen factors may influence it. But 7 factors seem to make the biggest difference. One study...
How to accept diagnosis...My husband was recently diagnosed with early onset Dementia but is in complete denial, attributes low cognitive test due to gabapentin. Doesn't want to talk about it at all. Believes...reactions9repliesCoping
How to Talk to Young Kids About Dementia...Raising children is an adventure filled with many conversations you never thought you'd have. In the past week alone, I've found myself talking about why we shouldn't chop the dog...reactions3comments
Use of ChatGPT to help manage care...I think this system will be quite useful in helping me manage the care of my wife. As a start, I typed in the following statement: My wife has Alzheimer's...reactions2repliesCopingCaregivingTips & Advice
How to Show Support to a Friend Grieving Loss...Grieving is one of the most difficult processes that any person can go through. When someone close to you is mourning, it can be hard to know how to best...reactions1comment
Early signs of dementia...Still working FT. 75. Taking care of family member too. Realize the house is a mess and I have no energy to clean up. Wearing same clothes a lot. Not...reactions1replySymptomsPatient
Keeping Our Marriage Together While Caregiving...It's after 11:30 pm. Most of the house is dark, save one, the bathroom. You can hear the owls hooting. The bedtime routine now takes at least 45 minutes, and...reactions2comments
How do you show support for others who are coping with loss? ...When someone close to you is mourning, knowing how to support them can be hard. How do you like showing compassion when a friend is coping with losing a loved...reactions1replyCopingGrief Tips & Advice