The 2024 Social Health Awards Program...Editorial Note: Nominations for 2024 are now closed. We are very excited to announce the launch of the 2024 Social Health Awards...reactionscomments
Faces of Alzheimer's Community Members: Chatting With Nia and Steven...We often ask those living with Alzheimer's or dementia, "What do you want other people who have been diagnosed to know?" We...reactionscomments
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
My 24/7 Mom Role...My 48-year-old son has down syndrome/Alzheimer's = 24/7 total care! I am a single mom = 76 years old! Thank God for...reactionscomments
Coping With Early-Stage and Early-Onset Alzheimer's...The early stages of Alzheimer's are unique – you or your loved one probably still have a grounded sense of independence. You...reactions2comments
Living With Alzheimer's: My Story...Kris Bakowski was diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer's disease at 46 years old. Since her diagnosis, she has been an active advocate for...reactionscomments
Need advice!! Cognitive and balance issues ...Hi. My FIL is 85 and was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s 5 years ago. His progression had been pretty slow but seems to...reactions2repliesTreatmentHealthcare Team
Days Are Passing...So mom was diagnosed in 2021 and let me tell you, it feels like years have passed. I am her youngest daughter...reactions3comments
The Alzheimer's Community Welcome Kit...First and foremost, welcome to the club that no one ever wants to be part of. Alzheimer's can feel overwhelming, especially when...reactionscomments
Such a dreadful disease ...I'm a caregiver and have been for 7 years. I've learned so much but I still have trouble coping. The lady I'm...reactions7repliesCaregivingTips & Advice
Wandering...Just because someone has Alzheimer's does not mean they will wander. I think percentage is 60%. (40%?). So far my husband does...reactions1replyIntimacy & Relationships
Join the Faces of Alzheimer's Image Gallery...Alzheimer's disease looks different for every person and every family. We know that for each individual living with Alzheimer's, there are many...reactions1comment
Celebrating Awareness Month: Faces of Alzheimer's...Every June, the spotlight is put on Alzheimer's awareness. However, we know that whether you are living with Alzheimer's disease or caring...reactionscomments
An Alzheimer's Diagnosis Doesn't Have to Be a Life Sentence...I will never forget the day my mom was diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer's disease. She had been showing signs for at least...reactions7comments
No one sees the "little" things that make me so sad...My husband was diagnosed with early onset three years ago at age 57. He is still able to do lots of things...reactions33repliesCaregivingCopingFriends & Family
Accepting "Help!" Makes You A Better Alzheimer's Caregiver...My name is Kelsey, and I struggle with asking for help. Maybe you can relate? But as a full-time caregiver for my...reactions1comment
Join the community in the Faces of Alzheimer's Image Gallery!...Whether you are living with Alzheimer’s, caring for someone who has been diagnosed or celebrating the legacy of a loved one who...reactions56repliesAwarenessFriends & Family
Why Even Try?...I don't know exactly when it started. I would fill plastic eggs with candy at Easter and hide the eggs around the...reactionscomments
The Things I Do for the Love of Sleep..."Shh. Be vewy vewy quiet..." I'm trying not to wake a wanderer. Real talk? Caring for someone with Alzheimer's is very interesting...reactions6comments
Adult Day Center: Interview with Executive Director, Jessica...Social interaction is important for all of us. Engaging with others brings us joy and a sense of a belonging. The opportunity...reactionscomments
