Nitty Gritty, Down and Dirty...My mom has been living with us for almost 10 years - it's hard to believe as I write this. Where does...reactions2comments
Sundowning...It seems my mom has bees sundowning almost all day; getting even worse in the afternoon. Also, for quite some time she...reactions1replySundowning
Alzheimer’s Book Club: Bittersweet...This one snuck up on me. I did not read Bittersweet by Susan Cain with the intention of writing this post. It...reactionscomments
Strained Sibling Relationships When a Parent Has Alzheimer's...Since my mom was diagnosed with Alzheimer's in 2010, I have met many other adult children who have a parent with the...reactionscomments
Does anyone have experience with rapidly progressing dementia (RPD)? ...I'm not having a good day handling things... Mom has rapidly progressive dementia +plus. She was Only just diagnosed in June. She...reactions2repliesCopingNewly Diagnosed
What Are Fraud, Waste, and Abuse in Medicaid and Medicare?...Medicaid and Medicare are two separate government-run programs in the United States. They provide insurance coverage for people who meet specific criteria...reactionscomments
Talking to teenagers about Alzheimer's...An Alzheimer's diagnosis can have a big impact on everyone in the family. Each person will react differently, and how they deal...reactions1replyFriends & FamilyTips & Advice
How To Free Your Mind of Worry When Your Loved One Has Alzheimer's...There were many times when my mom was living with Alzheimer's that I would find myself in a never-ending spiral of worry...reactions3comments
Coping With Progressing Alzheimer's Symptoms...Patience is vital when dealing with a loved one's progressing symptoms of Alzheimer's. Here are some tips on how you can practice...reactionscomments
What in the World is She Thinking?!...My mom has been living with her diagnoses of dementia and probable Alzheimer's Disease for a few years now. I have become...reactions1comment
Alzheimer's Disease: What We Can't See...Would you call Alzheimer's disease a mental or physical disorder? If you had to choose a descriptor, which one would you choose?...reactions1comment
Have you had to navigate assisted living facilities?...There are a variety of assisted living facilities that may be necessary at some point with Alzheimer's disease. From memory care facilities...reactionsrepliesCaregivingCopingTips & Advice
Today is a Good Day...A couple of months ago, I was not shocked when I was diagnosed with Alzheimer's. I had known something was not right...reactions5comments
I am a Millennial Caregiver of Color to Both Parents...Hello! I am a 27-year-old Asian American that is in school full time, working part-time, and a caregiver to both my mother...reactions3comments
The Time Traveler's Daughter..."It's your turn tonight," my son says to my mother. She gently smiles and immediately closes her eyes as we all clasp...reactions1comment
When Dementia Affects Driving...I have always personally equated my driving privilege with my independence. Quite honestly, many of you reading this may also feel the...reactionscomments
Remembering your loved one...To commemorate the love and life of your loved one who passed from Alzheimer's disease, share with the community one memory you...reactions5repliesFriends & FamilyGrief Coping
Play Ball! And Have a Chat...I enjoy watching sports... Socially. I can't tell you too many stats or facts about the teams I watch; unless it's the...reactions1comment
Ask the Advocate: Joy and Purpose Despite Alzheimer's...All too often, an Alzheimer's diagnosis leaves a person feeling isolated, alone, and scared. Our health leaders considered the question, "What if...reactions1comment
Adult Day Center: Interview with Activities Director, Gail...As much as we all enjoy a day on the sofa binge-watching a season or two of a show, it's probably not...reactions3comments
