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...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...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...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...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...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...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...reactions2comments
Active todayWhat 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....reactions71repliesCaregivingTips & 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...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...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....reactions95repliesCopingGrief 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...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...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...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...
"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?...reactionscomments
Scott Matheny...Scott has a front-row seat to Alzheimer's Disease as he helps care for his wonderful mother-in-law, Mattie. As a California native who...
Looking for caregiver...My husband has long term care how Can I looking for a cargiver...reactions3repliesCaregivingResources
Making the Holidays Dementia-Friendly...The holiday season is full of joy for many but can present extra difficulties for people living with dementia. What used to...reactions1comment
Caring For My Husband With Early-Onset Alzheimer's...My husband just turned 60. He was diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer's dementia at the age of 54. I am his full-time caregiver...reactions3comments