The Worst Day: The Realities of Alzheimer's Caregiving...It's the worst day. The day that they forgot how to do everything on their own. The day that they can't even feed themselves anymore. That's the worst day for...reactions1comment
Fundraising Through Competition...If it's one thing I've learned in my 10 years of fundraising for the Walk to End Alzheimer's, it is that some good old-fashioned competition does the trick almost every...reactionscomments
Doctor Appointments: 5 Pro Tips for Dementia Caregivers...Any caregiver can probably share a story about working with a great doctor and a not-so-great one. I think some caregivers start out thinking that doctors will be our biggest...reactionscomments
Circadian Rhythm: The Relationship Between Sleep and Alzheimer's...As you age, your body changes. One thing that happens as you get older is your sleep patterns tend to be different. You could also have a decline in brain...reactionscomments
Concerned about the possibility/probability of eventually having dementia...I know this might seem worrisome, but I am concerned about my chances for dementia eventually. Both my parents had dementia....dad had Alz, and mom had dementia, although she was...reactions2repliesGenetics/Hereditary Risk
Using Lying as a Tool in Alzheimer's Care...Have you ever told a little white lie to your loved one with Alzheimer's and felt terrible about it afterward? Or, have you ever withheld certain information from your loved...reactionscomments
Retaining Dignity in Final Stages of Alzheimer's: Managing Mealtime...The final stage of Alzheimer's often brings a decline in eating and activity. It is not uncommon for those who have been diagnosed to essentially stop eating. When this happens...reactions1comment
What is Different?...When you live with Alzheimer's, you and your family always ask questions. Like, did I take my pills today? Did I eat breakfast? What can I do to help? I...reactions1comment
Does anyone have advice about conservatorship?...Hi, anyone here experienced with a conservatorship? Thank you....reactions3repliesCaregiving
Diuretics and Cognitive Health: Delaying Alzheimer's Disease?...Many different things can contribute to Alzheimer's disease or dementia. Old age is the most well-known. But other factors include: Researchers looking to address dementia in older people have recently...reactions3comments
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A Story About Me and My Poppop...Over the last three years, I've had the privilege of welcoming new souls into our family. It's been the greatest pleasure of my life to be an auntie to two...reactionscomments
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What's the toilet for? Incontinence and bathroom are our main problem....I read a lot on Alz websites and resources about incontinence or when your loved one does want to go to the bathroom. What about when their brain no longer...reactions47repliesResourcesSymptomsCaregiving
Career Changes With Alzheimer’s: Hanging Up My Scrubs...My objective for the day was to undertake a difficult task. I took my scrubs out of my closet today, and as I sit here writing this, there is a lump...reactions3comments
Heart Health and Alzheimer's...Research continues to lean into the importance of heart health and its connection to Alzheimer's. As either a caregiver or an individual living with Alzheimer's disease, have you found yourself...reactions1replyDiet & Nutrition
Effective Communication: Looking at Your Sentences...We've all been there. You're out to dinner on a Saturday night in a packed restaurant and it's way too loud. You can barely hear the person sitting next to...reactions1comment
A Toast to Sandwich Caregivers...When I became a full-time caregiver for my mom, who lives with dementia, I was also raising three small children. None of my peers were in the same boat. It...reactionscomments
Coloring Through Life with Alzheimer's...On July 27, 2022, I celebrated the third anniversary of my mom's passing. It was a day that was sad but also awfully amazing when I looked back on some...reactionscomments
