On Monday, I posted a piece called HAVING THE ALZHEIMER’S CONVERSATION it was originally written in June 2015, but I updated and changed it up a bit. adding even more info. This post is written for what to do after you have had that all-important Alzheimer’s conversation with your loved one. Once a primary caregiver has been named…
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FITTING IN EXERCISE WHEN YOU DON’T HAVE TIME TO EXERCISE
FITTING IN EXERCISE WHEN YOU DON’T HAVE TIME TO EXERCISE By Alexandra Williams, MA and Kymberly Williams-Evans, MA I have a real treat for you! Today, I have not one but two amazingly, fabulous women on the blog today! Please give Alexandra & Kymberly Williams A warm welcome.They will whip you into shape in no…
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Mom with dementia – What to gift them on Mother’s Day?
Once again I would like to give a warm welcome to Erica Silva with one of her amazing guest posts. It’s Mother’s Day once again and if you haven’t bought a terrific gift for your mom yet try some of these fabulous ideas for our dementia loved ones. Research and innovation have given…
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HOME SAFETY FOR SENIORS
HOME SAFETY FOR SENIORS Keeping mom safe is my number one responsibility. It comes before anything else, even the purchasing of the blueberry Poptarts that my mother claims keep her alive. I’ve been thinking a lot about home safety lately as we start to baby-proof the house for the “Daring Duo” who have begun to…
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6 Early Signs Of Dementia In Elderly Women
Today, I have a treat for everyone. I am welcoming the beautiful and talented Erica Silva to The Diary of an Alzheimer’s Caregiver. Please give her a warm welcome! I am a Freelance writer by day, and sports fan by night. I write about beauty and health-related issues (but not at the same time)….
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Let Them Eat Cake! 12 Things You Can Do To Improve Relationships With Aging Parents While Caregiving
Caregiving for our elderly parents can be one of the most anxiety-inducing, stressful times of our lives. It can be a time of all-consuming sadness and another unwanted lesson in letting go. It can also be a time we struggle with our siblings and extended family members as well as with our own emotions. Right…
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