Newly Diagnosed with Alzheimer’s at 62...I started with issues with little things that were noticeable to me. Forgetting names, words for things, remembering conversations, managing the bills…...reactions10comments
Aging is Cool: Thinking Positively About Getting Older Can Prevent Dementia...My family of 5 moved into a new house just before my mom who lives with Alzheimer's disease moved in with us...reactions1comment
Community Views: What Do You Wish More People Knew About Living With Alzheimer’s?...To learn more about the experience of living with or caring for someone living with Alzheimer's disease, we reached out to our...reactionscomments
It's Different When It's Your Mom...I have worked in private home care for 30 years. When my mom suffered a stroke, I was completely blown away by...reactions4comments
Assisted Living, Nursing Homes, and Memory Care: What Are the Differences?...If you or a loved one have been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease or any type of dementia, at some point, you may...reactions3comments
Wandering...Wandering is a relatively common symptom of Alzheimer’s disease. People with all types of dementia can wander or become confused about their...
Short-Term Changes in Symptoms...Alzheimer’s symptoms change over time. Over the course of a person’s life, symptoms may start, improve, or worsen. Symptoms and quality of...
Diagnostic Tests for Alzheimer’s...There are many different factors that go into an Alzheimer’s diagnosis. Alzheimer’s affects the brain, but it also impacts the rest of...
Glossary...Alzheimer's is a type of dementia. It causes memory, thinking, and behavioral issues. Symptoms usually develop around age 65. The symptoms of...
My Alzheimer's Journey...I have been a caregiver all my life. I spent 4 years working exclusively with Alzheimer's and Dementia residents. I am now...reactions4comments
Living With Alzheimer's: John's Story...Editor's note: "John's wife submitted this story on his behalf and said, "When he had better thinking skills, he created a document...reactions2comments
Caregiving is a Family Affair...My family has been involved with my mom's care since she came to live with us. I thought I would ask my...reactions2comments
Compassionate Caregiving Strategies for Family Advocates...Providing care for a loved one can be rewarding but can also be demanding and time-consuming. The stress of neglecting self-care and...reactionscomments
How to Take Care of Your Mental Health Every Day...Everyone knows the importance of leading a healthy lifestyle by eating right, exercising regularly, and saving for the future. What many people...reactions1comment
Home Care in Middle Stage...My husband loves people and is compulsive in his communication. When he had better thinking skills, he created a document of "His...reactions8comments
Battle Between the Head and the Heart...My husband has Alzheimer's and Lewy Bodies disease, and after our last visit with our Neurologist, placement was discussed. Just the thought...reactions9comments
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...reactions6comments
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...reactionscomments
Caring for My Mom...We will get ready for bath talks, and they say, "No way, I'm just sitting and watching TV, I'm not dirty". "Me...reactions3comments
Shannon Simcox...Shannon is the event chair for the Philadelphia Walk to End Alzheimer's. In addition to promoting the event, she raises funds and...
