TK Sellman...TK was previously a health leader on AlzheimersDisease.net. TK Sellman, RPSGT CCSH is a career journalist (Columbia Chicago, ’90). She was diagnosed with idiopathic hypersomnia in 2010, which inspired her...
Amy Grantham...Amy Grantham’s first dealing with dementia and Alzheimer’s disease came as she watched the mental and physical decline of her grandmother. Like most kids, she thought her grandparents were immortal...
Link Between Nature & Alzheimer's: My Memories Through Nature...One of my earliest memories with my grandmother is of us placing peanuts along the railing of her deck and waiting for a bluejay to come. I was always so...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Ivy Farina...Ivy was previously an advocate on AlzheimersDisease.net. At every point in my life I have loved family members suffering from Alzheimer’s disease. Firstly, with my great grandmother when I was...
When to Consider Assisted Living with Alzheimer's Disease...If you are a loved one or caregiver for someone with Alzheimer's disease, you may face a difficult decision about when to place your loved one in an assisted living...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
What do you wish others knew about being a caregiver?...It can sometimes be hard to express what it’s like to be on the journey of Alzheimer's caregiving. What do you wish others knew about your caregiving experience? Share below!...Reactions0reactionsComments14 repliesCaregivingAwarenessTips & AdviceFriends & Family
Where Did Dad Wander To?...Dad has always lived in the house I grew up in. To be more specific, Dad grew up in the house I grew up in. His parents owned the house...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Emotional Challenges of an Alzheimer’s Diagnosis: Results From Our Survey...Alzheimer’s disease is not an easy diagnosis to accept. For many, it brings fears and challenges, which is only natural given that so much of Alzheimer’s means dealing with uncertainty...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Alzheimer’s & Diabetes—Is There A Connection?...I am a person with diabetes, type 2 to be specific. As far as I’m aware, I am the first to have Type 2 in my family. There is a...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Living With Alzheimer’s: What to Expect on the Journey...Anyone affected by Alzheimer’s disease knows how challenging and debilitating it can be, especially as the condition advancesReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Family Members Who Walk Away...Did you know... There are some who abandon their family members when a diagnosis of Alzheimer's is given? I was horrified when I was told this. I would not have...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Common Symptoms of Alzheimer's: Calming Dad's Anger and Agitation...I knew very little about how to calm a person with Alzheimer's who was agitated. I knew Dad was agitated a lot. I assumed it was because he was losing...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
What Do You Fear Most About Alzheimer's?...From the moment we first recognize the symptoms in ourselves or our loved ones, it's difficult not to fear what lies ahead on the path of Alzheimer's. It's a topic...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Mom Struggled With Decision-Making as a Caregiver...It is so easy to sit in judgment of the decisions others make - too easy. People try their best to do the right thing, but sometimes it's very hard...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Never Forgotten: A Caregiver's Journey...I was my Mother’s caregiver (Alzheimer’s) 13 years ago. This was the hardest most challenging aspect in my life so far. However, it was also the most rewarding in the...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Reducing Blood Pressure to Prevent Alzheimer’s: Results From a Recent Study...Blood pressure and the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease or other types of dementia have been linked together before. Recently there have been new research breakthroughs that may open up...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Making the Transition to Alzheimer's Caregiver...Getting an Alzheimer's diagnosis from a loved one is generally distressing to the entire family. Alzheimer's disease is a chronic mentally and physically debilitating disease that currently affects an estimated...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Alzheimer's Care Resources: Help and Support through Progression...Asking for help is not an easy thing to do, especially as we get older. We are taught to learn to do things ourselves, figure it out, and shoulder the...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Grief Can Look Different for Everyone...Losing someone you love can be one of the most difficult life events you will ever have to deal with. It can come with tears, sadness, deep sorrow, and sometimes...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Making the Most of Alzheimer's Caregiving at Home...Caring for someone you love who has Alzheimer's is a big step that can be both rewarding and challenging. There are many changes to anticipate. Because the condition is progressive...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments