Alzheimer's and the Big Screen...Anthony Hopkins recently won an Oscar for his betrayal of a gentleman with Alzheimer’s disease in the movie "The Father." Several years ago, Julianne Moore won an Oscar for her...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Interview With Steven Barbieri: Diagnosed With Early-Onset Dementia at 51...For this article, we interviewed Steven Barbieri. Steven is an AlzheimersDisease.net community member who is sharing what it is like to be diagnosed with chronic traumatic encephalopathy dementia at age...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
[DO NOT PUBLISH] Aduhelm (aducanumab)...Editor's note: Aduhelm™ (aducanumab) is being discontinued in 2024. It is not being discontinued due to safety or efficacy reasons. People who are receiving the drug as part of a...
Observe Brain Disease Awareness Month...In June, we observe Brain Disease Awareness Month. I can think of no better way to bring about awareness for Alzheimer’s and dementia than by using your voice to mobilize...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Practicing Patience: Alzheimer's and the Importance of Empathy...If I had a nickel for every time I snapped at my mom during the early stages of Alzheimer's, I would be rich. How about you? It took me a...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Your Loved One Can Still Have a Meaningful Life with Alzheimer's...When a loved one is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, everything changes. Their life as they once knew it is gone. They are forced to let go of the way they...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Living with Early-Onset Alzheimer's Disease: Andrea's Story...For this article, we interviewed Andrea Gallant. Andrea reached out on Facebook to share about her journey with early-onset Alzheimer's. What was your Alzheimer's diagnosis like? I was not surprised...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month Puzzle Giveaway!...We are celebrating Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month with a special puzzle giveaway! Puzzles are a great way to exercise your brain. We will be choosing one lucky winner to...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month: Raising Awareness...June is Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month! We are very excited about the added attention that is given to Alzheimer's education and research. Our goal at AlzheimersDisease.net is to provide...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Most Ignored Answer to the Most Asked Question: Dementia Types...As someone living with Alzheimer’s, I have had the good fortune to tell my story to a lot of people. I have spoken on a local, state, and national level...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month...What is everyone doing for Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month? Are you participating in walks / runs? Are you advocating in any special way? Inspire others by sharing your activities...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesAwareness
My Mom's Alzheimer's Taught Me to Appreciate the Little Things...Before my mom was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, I never took the time to appreciate all of the beautiful little things life has to offer. I was always too caught up...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Memories, Mental Health, and Miscommunication Part 1: My Daughter's Graduation...My roles as Mom to twenty-somethings, wife going on thirty-something years, and daughter for fifty-something years often has me caught squarely in a no-win territory. I try to navigate motherhood...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Moving to a New Home With Alzheimer's Disease...What was I thinking? My mom was happy. She was content. Her surroundings were familiar. What am I doing moving her across the state? I had thought that consistency was...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
3 Ways to Connect with Your Nonverbal Loved One...One of the hardest things to deal with during my mom’s Alzheimer’s battle was when she became nonverbal in the last few months of her life. It was heartbreaking to...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
It's All In the Notes: Music That Brings Memories...The other day I was explaining to my partner why I am such a huge fan of Bob Seger. Slight pause for everyone to think about their own opinions here...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Alzheimer's Stigma and Finding Support...Growing up, I remember my mother making small Christmas trees out of styrofoam balls and toothpicks. She dipped them in green paint and added glitter. Then she would deliver them to...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Alzheimer's Is Like a Box of Chocolates......We can picture Forest Gump sitting on that park bench, saying to no one in particular, “Life is like a box of chocolates. You never know what you’re gonna get.”...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Home Modifications for Alzheimer's Disease...Many caregivers prioritize keeping a loved one with Alzheimer's at home. The challenge becomes keeping your loved one safe in their home. Remaining in familiar surroundings can enhance the quality...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Responding to Questions About a Loved One with Alzheimer's..."How's your mom?" At the beginning of my mom's Alzheimer's journey, I hated being asked this question. I never knew how to respond. I figured most people didn't really want...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments