The Diary of An Alzheimer's Caregiver
Appreciate the good, laugh at the crazy, and deal with the rest!
It’s hard to deny the impact the pandemic has had on our lives. It has changed the way we work, study, and interact with our close ones. Unfortunately, older people are more vulnerable, and they are at higher risk of complications from the coronavirus. Therefore, they had to make significant changes in their lifestyle to…
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The emotional toll of being a caregiver to a loved one who has Alzheimer’s Disease is hard enough. But when your loved one is struggling with addiction, it seems the bar is raised a few levels higher. Not only are you caring for someone who’s losing memory, coordination, and mental function daily, you’re also taking…
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As an adult, living at home with your parents comes with its own set of challenges. With an aging population and a growing number of Americans coming back home to live with their parents, it’s important to know how to set boundaries so that you can live in peace. Luckily, there are quite a few…
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Visit The Diary of an Alzheimer’s Caregiver for more insights, information, and support on caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s. Adapting to life with Alzheimer’s can be a challenge for everyone — not only the Alzheimer’s patient but also their caregivers and loved ones. One of the biggest things to consider is how to…
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Video games – they’re not just for teenagers and millennials anymore. It seems that seniors have been getting in on the fun in the last few years. Despite the ever-present stigma that older adults don’t understand technology, the market stats point otherwise. These people are going hard and having the time of their life, late…
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The idea of losing one’s memory—or watching a loved one or patient go through this for the first time—is likely frightening to most people. While most types of dementia—though not all—are incurable, there are ways to recognize the signs early, stave off or slow progression, and care for yourself and those with dementia as the…
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Is it time for someone you love to move into a long-term care facility? If so, you’re not alone: More than six million American adults need long-term care, and that number is steadily increasing. Estimates suggest that as many as 15 million people will require long-term care in the next 30 years. This transition can…
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You are a strong caregiver, but even the strongest can be overwhelmed with all the responsibilities that come with caring for someone with Alzheimer’s. The VerifyCare app is the all-inclusive support tool you need to help ease the stresses of caregiving, organize your duties, and keep family and friends informed. Below are 10 ways the VerifyCare app helps manage the care needs of your loved one (LO) with Alzheimer’s and takes some weight off your shoulders.
It’s no secret that caring for loved ones as they age can come with many responsibilities as well as new situations to navigate. While, preparing for senior living and planning for the future might seem intimidating, sticking to an aging parents checklist can help ensure the comfort and happiness of parents as they get older….
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You don’t have to shell out a ton of money every month to a fancy gym to stay physically fit! You don’t even have to stick to those latest juice cleanse trends. Instead, completing a workout as simple as a walk around the block or a relaxing yoga session can be a great way…
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