The Diary of An Alzheimer's Caregiver
Appreciate the good, laugh at the crazy, and deal with the rest!
THE WORLD OF AN ALZHEIMER’S PATIENT This post was originally published in June of 2015, but I feel that it’s message is still ringing loudly today. If you know someone who has Alzheimer’s, want to know more about Alzheimer’s, or if you have a few minutes to spare I urge you to watch this…
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Once again, I would love to welcome the lovely Erica Silva to The Diary of an Alzheimer’s Caregiver. Erica Silva is a Freelance writer by day, and sports fan by night. I write about beauty and health-related issues (but not at the same time). I live simply, give generously, watch football and a technology lover….
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The physical toll of caregiving can be quite high if you are not prepared for it. Being a caregiver is both a physical and an emotionally challenging role and it can last for many years. Keeping yourself healthy is one of the best things you can do for you and your loved one. There are several…
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There is nothing about having or caring for someone with Alzheimer’s that’s easy. Changes are happening sometimes at lightning speed and at other times they seem to creep slowly forward like lava from a volcano. Swallowing everything in its path. There is nothing left that it doesn’t touch. It can leave you feeling raw and…
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When you are a caregiver there are times when you must have someone else fill in for you. Maybe you have a full-time job or maybe you just need a break from all of the demands of being a caregiver. Deciding what kind of help you need should be the very first step. If you…
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We’re still having a conversation about incontinence and James Trotter continues right where he left off on Monday with these 6 natural remedies. Please give James another warm welcome. James Trotter is a marketing assistant for HARTMANN Direct. HARTMANN Direct are specialist suppliers of incontinence products. For more information on HARTMANN Direct, please visit their website….
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Today, we’re talking about incontinence. I have a wonderful guest post by James Trotter. James Trotter is a marketing assistant for HARTMANN Direct. HARTMANN Direct are specialist suppliers of incontinence products. For more information on HARTMANN Direct, please visit their website. Urinary stress incontinence is when urine is released involuntarily. You may find this happens during…
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Top Ways Home Technology is Advancing Caregiving By Kaitlin Krull Today I have another guest post coming your way. Please welcome Kaitlin Krull to The Diary of an Alzheimerscaregiver.com! Kaitlin Krull is a writer and mom of two girls living the expat life in the UK. She enjoys writing for Modernize.com with the goal of empowering homeowners…
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When I became a caregiver I thought my traveling days were over. My husband and I had traveled extensively in the U.S. and we had planned to add even more adventures with the marriage of our youngest child. A short three years later and I felt as if I were waving goodbye to the best years…
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Today, I am continuing this series on senior housing options with memory care options what they are and when you might need them. You can find the first in the series called “HOME HEALTHCARE WHAT ARE YOUR OPTIONS?” and the second one “WHEN TO CHOOSE ASSISTED LIVING AND WHAT DOES IT MEAN?”. I really hope…
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