I know it’s coming, but what and when?...Sorry I’ve not been able to be on here much. Imo communication is everything when you need a buddy to vent to. My dad is 94, memory span is averaging...reactions10repliesCaregiving
My Top 5 Children Storybooks About Alzheimer's...Have you ever wanted to find a book on Alzheimer's for children? Has locating books on the subject been a challenge? Do you need help finding resources? I am confident...reactions3comments
Accountability...Can our loved ones be held accountable for stuff they do?For instance, I just cleaned up a huge food mess that my HWA made— crumbs, mostly— and he said he...reactions19repliesCaregiving
Barking Mad, My Recovery Story...I'm an 87-year-old woman who had to retire as a speech language pathologist due to encroaching dementia. I was diagnosed early, ten years ago, with Alzheimer's then quickly Frontotemoral because...reactionsreplies
Pam’s journey with dementia/alzheimers...As a child I had epilepsy. I took medication. I did very well in school. I have a good life. I decided to stop taking medicine because I couldn’t get...reactions1reply
Prednisone & Dry Mouth...Prednisone - Last year I had to take prednisone 4 times in a space of 6 months, due to flare ups. I realized if I drank lots of water the...reactionsreplies
Easy website for answering questions about my father's Alzheimer's...My father has had Alzheimer's Disease for the past 7+ years and has progressed into a later stage. I've had lots of questions along the way and I'm finding it...reactions1replyAwarenessTips & AdviceResources
Carrie's Diagnosis Story: From Darkness to Acceptance...In this interview, community member, Carrie, shares her experience being diagnosed with Alzheimer's, coping with her new diagnosis, support, and advice for others diagnosed with this disease. Before my diagnosis...reactions4comments
Caring for My Mother with Alzheimer’s: What Has Helped...Hello everyone, I wanted to share my experience caring for my 82-year-old mother, who was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease three years ago. Before the symptoms appeared, she suffered a stroke...reactions4repliesDiet & NutritionTips & AdviceCaregiving
The Impact of Routine Disruptions...I was working on this article when Hurricane Helene came roaring through the south. I don't live where the hurricane came in, but the area I live in is close, and...reactionscomments
I Wrote This To Help Others After Losing My Father to a long battle with Alzheimer's......It is not acknowledged nearly enough, but it is the loved ones of those with Alzheimer's who bear the greatest burden, and often care for them at the expense of...reactions1replyCaregivingCopingAwareness
How do you manage adequate fluid and nutrition with someone who sleeps 16 or moore hours each day?...Alzheimer's person wakes around 9 or later, then requires about 90 minutes to get dressed and ready for the day. A nap usually follows before lunch and definitely one after...reactions3repliesTips & AdviceCaregiving
Caring for My Caregiver Post-Op...On December 27th, my husband, who is my caregiver, had a large cancer tumor removed from his left leg. He was left with 2 wounds one from from the surgery...reactions1comment
What Is the Difference Between Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus and Alzheimer's?...Normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH) and Alzheimer's disease are both conditions that cause dementia. Dementia is a general term for a decline in mental abilities. NPH and Alzheimer's disease can have...reactions1comment
OCD type behavior ...My 55 year old daughter with downs syndrome has started to copy words phrases from any things she gets her hands on. She also empties her bureau drawers full of...reactions2replies
How do you navigate doctor appointments with your loved one? ...It's common for medical appointments to be fast-paced and overwhelming, particularly when caring for someone with dementia. Have you ever faced challenges with medical staff not recognizing you as the...reactions1replyCaregivingHealthcare TeamTips & Advice
Caregiving Culture Shock...According to Webster's Dictionary, culture shock is defined as a sense of confusion and uncertainty sometimes with feelings of anxiety that may affect people exposed to an alien culture or...reactions6comments
What do you do if your loved one with dementia exhibits sexually inappropriate behaviors?...Hypersexuality is a possible symptom of dementia that is especially hard to deal with. It can make spouses and other loved ones feel embarrassed, anxious, and scared and affect both...reactionsrepliesCaregivingIntimacy & RelationshipsTips & Advice
