My dad finally forgot the one thing I thought he would never forget....Again, I apologize for not being able to respond to each and every person who takes time to chime in on my...reactions7replies
Need help here. Newly diagnosed spouse. Married 41 years...As A Spouses caregiver. How do I set power of attorney? He already is having serious issues with memory....reactions5repliesCoping
What it is really like to have stage 4 Alzheimer's ...I haven't been on here for awhile. I had a terrible flu that was complicated by pneumonia. My doctor put me on...reactions56repliesAwareness
Setting a Routine for Yourself...I was always somewhat organized. I was diligent about to-do lists and being sure I was always on task. When I first...reactionscomments
What I wish others knew about Alzheimer's ...It changes every day....reactions8repliesMyths vs. Facts
Glutamate Regulators...Alzheimer’s disease is a neurodegenerative disease. This means that it is a disease that damages the cells of your brain (neurons) over...
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...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...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...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...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...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...reactions1reply
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...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...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...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...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...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...reactions3repliesTips & AdviceCaregiving
