Alzheimer's
Alzheimer's Articles for Caregivers
Coots and the Christmas Gulls
That’s my dad with his beautiful snow-white curls framed by the lake. He still knows me, but the last stroke left him in a wheelchair, in an adult family home, and with dementia. His love of 65 years has been gone for almost two years now. Read more
Protecting Loved Ones Living with Dementia During COVID-19
Families can already face heartbreaking challenges caring for loved ones with dementia, but the COVID-19 pandemic can make it even harder. One of the major questions facing caregivers is how they can best protect their loved ones from the virus. Read more
Why Do People With Alzheimer’s Wander?
Don't think Alzheimer's experts know any more than you about Alzheimer's behaviors. They don't... Read more
Talking to My Mom
My mother has Alzheimer's, a disease that affects both memory and cognitive abilities. What follows is an actual conversation I had with my mom. Read more
Adapting Activities for People with Alzheimer's Disease
Doing things we enjoy gives us pleasure and adds meaning to our lives. People with Alzheimer's disease need to be active and do things they enjoy. However, don't expect too much. It's not easy for them to plan their days and do different tasks. Read more
Dementia-Friendly 4th of July
Fireworks and gatherings are staples of the 4th of July holiday, but these can create unique challenges for families affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other dementia-related illnesses. Read more
Alzheimer's: Making the Home Safe
As a caregiver faced with caring for a person with Alzheimer’s, we are concerned for our loved one’s safety above all else. Read more
Tips to Make Mealtime Easier for People with Dementia
Meals can be a challenging time for people with Alzheimer's and their caregivers. Maintaining familiar routines and serving favorite foods can help the person know what to expect and feel more relaxed. Read more
Leaving your Loved One Home Alone
You will no doubt have many questions to ponder as you decide upon the prospects of leaving a loved one in the early stages of dementia home alone Read more
Cataract Removal Linked to a Reduction in Dementia Risk
Undergoing cataract removal was associated with a lower risk of developing dementia among older adults. The study suggests that the improvement in the quality of life for the affected individual and family is likely considerable ... Read more
Tips for Creating a Dementia-Friendly Home
Almost every part of a home can impact quality of life for someone living with a dementia-related illness and their family care partners—even seemingly-cosmetic choices such as wall colors, furniture patterns, and dishware. Read more
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Legal and Financial Planning for People with Dementia
Many people are unprepared to deal with the legal and financial consequences of a serious illness such as Alzheimer's disease or a related dementia. Legal and medical experts encourage people recently diagnosed with a serious illness to examine... Read more
Finding Adult Day Care Options
Caregivers who are just beginning their journey may feel adult day care services are for later stages of their loved one’s situation. The sooner caregivers locate and enroll their family member in a program Read more
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How To Help Someone With Dementia Cope With a Death
After being off work for a period of time, I returned to find that one of my longer term hospice patients had died. I had spent a lot of hours with this patient, her spouse, children and hired caregivers over the course of her time on hospice. Read more
Reducing Family Tension and Strengthening Relationships During COVID-19
With the ongoing coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic still requiring most people across the country to continue to shelter in place, frustrations and tension among family members may be on the rise. Read more
Heat Safety Tips for Families Affected by Dementia
With a heat wave bringing dangerously high temperatures for tens of millions of Americans, the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) is providing important tips to help families affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other dementia-related illnesses. Read more
Tips: Is It Time to Stop Driving?
Some people are able to continue driving in the early stages of Alzheimer’s disease, but it requires ongoing evaluation to ensure safety. Read more
Respite for Two
Adult day care centers provide a break (respite) to the caregiver. Read more
Helping Mom Remember: Coping with Dementia
“Am I 90 Yet? Mom asked. I heard those Unknown Objectwords many times the last year of mother’s life. My mother’s memory was fading. Nevertheless, she was still sharp in certain areas, for example; Read more
Winter Weather Wandering Prevention
Cold temperatures, freezing wind chill and snow and ice are common in many parts of the country during the winter months, but they can pose an added danger to individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease... Read more
