The Diary of An Alzheimer's Caregiver
Appreciate the good, laugh at the crazy, and deal with the rest!
A primary concern of senior citizens is whether they can continue to live independently as they get older. Their loved ones often have the same concerns. Even if seniors want to continue to live on their own, they must confront the fact that they may not be as capable of some things as they once…
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Alzheimer’s Disease is the most common cause of dementia. As it happens, it is a “progressive” disorder that mainly causes the degeneration of brain cells. In short, when you have Alzheimer’s, your brain cells will “waste away” as time passes by. While people who are diagnosed with AD are normally seniors and older individuals,…
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As we age, our bodies go through changes – we become more prone to diseases and injuries, our immune systems weaken, we produce less protein, our bone density declines, and we become more prone to a variety of neurological disorders. Among these is Dementia, which is not actually a disease unto itself. Rather, Dementia is…
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Trying to find a gift for someone who has dementia can be hard. I know that things my mother used to love are no longer relevant in her life these days. Gone are the subscription to quilting magazines, embroidery patterns, and all of those crafty things she used to love to do. The sewing machine…
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Caregivers have a “tough row to hoe” as my momma would say. Do you have a caregiver in your life? If you do the holidays are a perfect time to show them how much you care for them. According to the CDC there are 34 million unpaid family caregivers in the United States. A…
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It is not unusual for families to be separated by long distances. We keep in touch with phone calls, Facetime, and various other electronic media between visits. While not as easy as living in the same area, it is the only option for many families today. But what happens if your parent or loved one…
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