How do you deal with stress and burnout?...We all get burnt out. Let's talk about it. What's going on that has you feeling so burnt out? And what do you do when you're feeling burnt out?...Reactions0reactionsComments39 repliesCaregivingCoping
Who are you a caregiver for?...Connect with others in the community who are in similar caregiving situations. Ask questions, introduce yourself, and share tips!...Reactions0reactionsComments26 repliesCaregiving
Andrea Gallant: Being a Dog Mom With Early Onset Alzheimer's Disease...For this article, the AlzheimersDisease.net Editorial Team interviewed Andrea Gallant, who has previously shared about her experience being diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer's. Andrea is back to share how her furry...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Finding Yourself After Your Caregiving Journey Ends...“I feel like I’m not myself right now. I don’t even know who I am anymore.” Have you ever said these words out loud or to yourself? I have. My...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
The "D" Word...Our house hunt has been long. All the people who hated their houses decided it was prime time to sell, and I have hated them, too, except for the ones...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
The Relationship Between Alzheimer's and Alcohol Use Disorder...It is well known that heavy and binge drinking can cause liver cirrhosis. But did you know that there is also a link between alcohol use and Alzheimer's? Since Alzheimer's...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Missing...Being a caregiver for my spouse, the love of my life, has been a struggle to maintain any sense of positivity. I am an artist and have found painting and...Reactions0reactionsComments7 comments
Aduhelm (aducanumab) Updates...Editor's note: Aduhelm™ (aducanumab) was discontinued on November 1, 2024. It was not discontinued due to safety or efficacy reasons. People taking Aduhelm should talk to their doctor as soon...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
What are travel tips for people with Alzheimers? ...What have you learned that helps someone with Alzheimer's during travels? Or what are your questions?...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesTips & Advice
Spouse with Alzheimer’s...I have no family members nearby and have been in the situation of a husband with Alzheimer’s disease - about stage 4 now - for four years. If anyone else...Reactions0reactionsComments34 repliesCaregiving
Superwoman Syndrome: The Reality of Alzheimer's Caregiving...Look up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's a… caregiver suffering from Superwoman Syndrome. Can you relate to this? In the last year of caregiving through...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Digital Health vs. Digital Therapeutics...Technology is now a common way to deliver healthcare. Digital health products help prevent, diagnose, or manage chronic conditions. Devices range from wellness apps to artificial intelligence and wearable devices...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
What's the Best Approach to Communication?...People sometimes come up to me and ask for advice on the best way to communicate with someone in the later stages of Alzheimer's. It is a tough question. How...Reactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Turning Points: Moving...My grandma celebrated her 86th birthday, ahead of what will be a big couple of months with her. Thankfully, none of us are gathering with others in ways that pose...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Tips for Supporting the Caregiver in Your Life...Do you know someone who is caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's? Do you want to help and support that person, but you don't always know the best way...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Are you part of the sandwich generation?...The sandwich generation refers to those who are caring for a parent while also caring for children. This is a space to find others going through similar situations. You can...Reactions0reactionsComments0 repliesCaregivingCoping
Dealing with Dollars and Cents in the Midst of Dementia...As a journalist, I am constantly reading good journalism. It was one of the first things that my amazing editor and friend, Karen, told me when I started under her...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Interview with Kelsey Ramos Conroy...The Editorial Team at AlzheimersDisease.net is highlighting people in the Alzheimer's community and their journeys in a series of Instagram interviews. We talked to Kelsey Ramos Conroy, aka @kelseyramosconroy, about...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Becoming an Expert on Your Loved One with Alzheimer's...At times during my mom's Alzheimer's journey, I felt ashamed for not knowing more about the disease. I didn't understand all of the science behind Alzheimer's and I was never...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Medication management advice?...I'm trying to find a good way to managing dispensing and tracking medication. My husband is able to use dispenser that drops his doses by sliding a lever. But today...Reactions0reactionsComments10 repliesCaregiving
