Television Caregiving, Is This Okay?...I remember when my children were very young. One of my constant concerns was centered around the idea of keeping them entertained...reactionscomments
Accepting Caregiving Help From My Kids...My husband and I have been married for over 30 years. When you say your I do's, you can't imagine what your...reactionscomments
How Much Does Alzheimer's Care Cost?...Care for any medical condition can be costly. For Alzheimer's disease, the cost of care may be especially concerning. Depending on the...
What Are Fraud, Waste, and Abuse in Medicaid and Medicare?...Medicaid and Medicare are two separate government-run programs in the United States. They provide insurance coverage for people who meet specific criteria...reactionscomments
Why Are People With Alzheimer's Resistant to Bathing?...As Alzheimer's or dementia progress, people with these conditions may need help with personal hygiene. One task they may need help with...reactionscomments
Amy Grantham...Amy Grantham’s first dealing with dementia and Alzheimer’s disease came as she watched the mental and physical decline of her grandmother. Like...
Making the Most of Alzheimer's Caregiving at Home...Caring for someone you love who has Alzheimer's is a big step that can be both rewarding and challenging. There are many...reactionscomments
Talked to Differently After Diagnosis...The people I have been close to want so badly to make my diagnosis go away. They say things like, “Oh, I...reactions25comments
Conservatorships and Dementia...You've likely heard of the term "conservatorship," maybe from the Britney Spears scandal that started in the late 2000s when she was...reactions1comment
Kelsey Ramos-Conroy...Kelsey Ramos-Conroy is a writer and community manager based in Utah. She graduated from UCLA and worked at the Los Angeles Times...
Editorial Team...The Editorial Team works with its Medical Review Board and experienced medical writers to provide Health Union's Community Team with reliable, easy-to-understand...
Please Don't Talk About My Loved One in Front of My Loved One...One time during my mom's journey with Alzheimer's, I helped my dad take her to a family party. I was sitting on...reactionscomments
Unrecognizable: Who Are You?...Alzheimer's is a very sad disease. It is sad for the person with it and all the loss that accompanies it. It...reactionscomments
Who Are You? (Part Two)...It is so painful to watch your loved one leave you. Even more so when you have been married for over 60...reactionscomments
Eating Tips to Improve Your Loved One's Mood...If you're a caregiver for someone with Alzheimer's, you know that one of the most common challenges is trying to keep your...reactions2comments
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...reactions2comments
My Struggles Living with Alzheimer's Disease...This disease is not only physical, but the mental struggles can make it so hard for me to find clarity/focus. Some days...reactions12comments
Menopause and Alzheimer's Disease...Alzheimer's disease is most common in people over age 65. We also know that Alzheimer's disease is more common in women than...reactionscomments
What's the Link Between Dementia and Age-Related Macular Degeneration?...Both age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and dementia, including Alzheimer's disease, are linked to the aging process. Researchers have been increasingly wondering if...reactionscomments
Tips to Stop Toxic Positivity and Cultivate Emotional Respite...As family caregivers to loved ones living with Alzheimer's, we often put our emotional needs aside to prioritize the health and well-being...reactionscomments
