Gender Roles in Alzheimer's Caregiving...Editorial note: This article discusses gendered caregiving from a binary perspective. The published research focuses on how the caregiving burden affects females and males differently. At AlzheimersDisease.net, we acknowledge and...reactions3comments
Pacing us thru the ebb and flo of the progression...I am my husband's caregiver. We are entering the 2nd phase of this challenging disease. Being in charge I often get overwhelmed with all the decisions. Work is starting to...reactions6repliesInsurance & DisabilitySundowning
Struggling in an Alzheimer's World...Struggling seems to be my new favorite word. When you have Alzheimer's, people ask, "How are you doing?" How do you respond? Do they really want to know, or are...reactions4comments
Personal hygiene and grooming: What are your recommendations to help a loved one?...As your loved one's Alzheimer's progresses, you may find that certain tasks become more challenging for them to accomplish. Bathing, showering, and brushing their teeth are just a few examples...reactions16repliesCaregivingTips & Advice
How has your Alzheimer's experience affected the way that you plan in your life?...I have found that as a caregiver that I cannot plan too far in the future and take things a day at a time....reactions14repliesCaregivingTips & Advice
Will the Current Method of Cognitive Assessment Stand the Test of Time?...My grandma had a doctor's appointment recently, which included a basic cognitive screening questionnaire. Her answers indicated she is experiencing moderate cognitive impairment. When she had these tests before, her...reactionscomments
With Alzheimer's, Your Questions Change...It was a hot, muggy, buggy night, the kind you expect from New Orleans, and it was only spring. The calendar read 1991, and I was about to meet the...reactions2comments
"I’m So Sorry" and Other Things to Say in the Face of Alzheimer’s...My beloved Walk to End Alzheimer's annual event took place a few weeks ago. After putting in my steps with my family, I did as any other millennial lady may...reactionscomments
Coping With a Year of 'Firsts' After a Loved One Passes From Alzheimer's...If you have recently lost your loved one who had Alzheimer's disease, first let me say I am so sorry for your loss. I truly understand your pain after losing...reactions1comment
Home and Community Based Services for Alzheimer's...Aging in place, at home, is a common goal. People with Alzheimer's and their loved ones are no different. As the person with Alzheimer's declines, it becomes harder for them...reactions1comment
How to Enjoy the Holiday Season When Your Loved One Has Alzheimer's...I have never been more stressed out around the holidays than when my mom lived with Alzheimer's. Everything felt completely overwhelming. I was unable to enjoy all of the normal...reactions2comments
What is one thing you would tell someone beginning their journey with Alzheimer's disease (as a caregiver or facing the disease themselves)?...We all started somewhere with this. I guess I would lovingly tell someone to brush up on their "patience" skills....reactions69repliesCaregivingTips & AdviceCoping
We Have a Lot to Be Thankful For...We just celebrated Thanksgiving. My brother was finally able to make it home. We talk on the phone a lot, but he hasn't been able to get back here since...reactions1comment
Music and Art Therapy for Alzheimer's and Dementia...Alzheimer’s disease is a brain disorder. It affects memory, thinking, and learning and is the most common form of dementia. Symptoms worsen over time. Eventually, they impact your ability to...reactions1comment
How do you deal with your Alzheimer’s daily?...Feel free to express your thoughts of the hardships of dealing with the disease from day to day....reactions86repliesCopingGrief Depression
"Your Family Gets It": Learning, Advocacy, and Support...We sit at the table in my grandma's supportive living floor dining room, coloring pictures of a church. Since she moved in, I wanted to come one evening to chat...reactionscomments
Taking Care of My Husband, Alone...I am taking care of my husband because he has early memory loss. I don't know English much. I am Vietnamese, so sometimes I have a hard time understanding what...reactions3repliesCaregivingResourcesTips & Advice
Why Won't My Loved One with Alzheimer's Disease Eat Their Food?...I was inspired to write this article based on various community members' comments and questions on this topic. Unfortunately, I, too, experienced issues regarding food intake and eating with both...reactions2comments
Resources for Veterans, LGBTQ+ People, and Other Special Groups...Coping with a chronic health condition can be challenging for you, your family, and your caregivers. You rely on your healthcare team to manage your condition. However, there are other...
"We Are Home": Responding to a Loved One's Request to Go Home...Have you ever been at home with your loved one who has Alzheimer's when they tell you they want to go home? My mom used to say this whenever I...reactionscomments
