Understanding dementia and all its complexities cannot be done in one article, or neither by reading an entire book. Hence is why there are countless people who have dedicated their careers to helping us better understand this debilitating condition. There are many books out there, and one of the best, and most easy to read books I have found is …
I Want To Go Home!
If you are caring for emotionally distraught loved one who uses the “I want to go home!” phrase over and over; then you have probably felt some frustration with how to respond to that. If your Receiver of Care is in a facility, or another person’s home; then it is understandable why they are saying that phrase repeatedly. However, what …
Am I At Risk for This Disease?
If your life is wrapped up in the challenges of caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s, you can’t help but think, “Is this going to be me one day? Am I at risk for this disease?” It can be pretty darn scary. Diet What we eat is critical to maintain healthy brains, and of course to keep us feeling …
Help for Alzheimer’s Givers of Care
It’s late at night, you feel like you need some support, you don’t feel like calling the 24/7 Alzheimer’s hotline, but you need some sort of boost in the arm as you try to figure out the best way to care for your loved one with memory issues. this Facebook page to find help with lots of real time tips for …
Defining Normal Aging
What is normal, healthy aging, and what do we know about it? This publication from the National Institute on Aging addresses healthy aging, the links between aging and disease, and what it means for you.