Cherishing Memories: Memory Books for Alzheimer's Patients...I first learned about the positive benefits of using a memory book while pursuing my degree as an occupational therapist in college...reactions3comments
Dementia - Ideas for getting out of the house?...I just started taking care of an 87 yo lady and her kids said she has dementia. For 7 years I've taken...reactions6repliesCaregiving
Talking To Teenagers About Alzheimer’s...When I was first diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer's disease, my first thought was of my kids. I was surprisingly calm when I...reactions2comments
My Husband is a Stranger...It all started in earnest the day my husband went missing. He had gone alone downtown to run an errand and didn’t...reactions2comments
Get What You Can, Can What You Get, Then Sit On Your Can...This is an odd life philosophy, and at first, glance sounds greedy, but I suppose I am greedy for time with my...reactions2comments
Caregiving Is Only a Season of Your Life...When I was caring for my mom, who had Alzheimer's, I would sometimes get angry and resentful for having to put my...reactions1comment
Will I get dementia?...My oldest sister died October 25 from dementia. Now it is me and my middle sister left. Wondering what the chances are...reactions3repliesDiagnosis
Add It to the List: Self-Care...Every day, caregivers attempt to complete a long list of tasks: meals, laundry, hygiene, and more. All of this is usually just...reactions8comments
My mum refuses to go to the doctor; how can I get her to go?...I am wondering if anyone can help? My mum is 82 and refuses to go to the doctors, for anything. I did...reactions4repliesCaregivingCopingDiagnosis
Firearm Safety and Dementia...If you or a loved one has Alzheimer's or dementia, you may have considered safety issues. These include driving and changes to...reactions5comments
Caregiver Tips: The Case for Oral Hygiene...From an early age, we're told to brush our teeth twice a day to prevent cavities. Then when we get a bit...reactionscomments
"Ask Me Anything!" - Your Questions, answered by our Health Leaders!...On November 15th, we hosted an IG Live “Ask Me Anything” event! This was an opportunity to show the hearts behind AlzheimersDisease.net...reactions22repliesTips & Advice
Husband had become very sensitive ...Conversations between us are becoming very strained and often end up in arguments. He gets sensitive and then sulks if I can’t...reactions9repliesCaregivingTips & AdviceWork & Employment
The Importance of Boundaries in Caregiving...Being a family caregiver is a rewarding but demanding role. To avoid burnout, it's important to set boundaries with your loved ones...reactionscomments
Recording Family life stories...Curious if anyone has spent some time recording the life stories of their parents / grandparents (particularly if they are affected by Alzheimer's)?...reactions6repliesIntimacy & Relationships
Coping with Ambiguous Loss Caused by Alzheimer's...Has your loved one with Alzheimer's changed so much that you barely recognize them anymore? Is it hard to reconcile the person...reactionscomments
Less common symptoms ...Besides the symptoms of memory impairment and thinking impairment, I have significant apathy. I am 71 years old. I was diagnosed one...reactions8repliesSymptoms
Dementia/Alz Now on the Back Burner...Hi Guys! Listen, yesterday I went to see my soctor with SAGE test in hand. One of the things I wanted to...reactions3repliesAwarenessGenetics/Hereditary Risk
Tackling Daily Tasks with the Help of In-Home Care...My grandma moved into an assisted living facility just over a year ago. It hasn't all been smooth, but it's been helpful...reactionscomments
Walking the Path Toward a World Without Alzheimer's...At the time of this writing, I've just checked the top 30 rankings for communities that host Walks to End Alzheimer's throughout...reactionscomments
