The Diary of An Alzheimer's Caregiver
Appreciate the good, laugh at the crazy, and deal with the rest!
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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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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Looking after a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia can be an all-consuming, physically, and emotionally demanding journey. Seeing your loved one’s functional and cognitive abilities diminish overtime is heartbreaking, but the process of caring for a family member with dementia can also bring you a lot of joy and personal…
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Seniors and their families put a great deal of trust in nursing homes. Many of them believe that the decision to spend old age in these facilities would allow the elderly to receive proper care and attention as they live through the final phases of their life. This very reason is why it’s so heartbreaking…
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Our brains age with us. Like our physical capabilities, they also deteriorate and weaken as we get older, causing a decline in our cognitive skills. Most of us experience random moments of forgetfulness – walking into a room and not remembering why you’re there or failing to recall what you’re about to say to someone;…
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While the senior years of your life are generally a time of slowing down, it allows for a greater opportunity on personal reflection. But with personal reflection can sometimes come unsettling thoughts. Although it is impossible to never experience these, there are ways to combat them with some tricks explicitly geared to help you gain…
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Disability is something many of us face in our lives or the lives of our loved ones. Whether you have a limitation yourself or are a caregiver for a relative or friend with a disability, this life change does not mean you or they cannot travel, vacation, and enjoy life to the fullest. It just…
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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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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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When someone you love gets diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, it can be a painful time for everyone involved. Things become more difficult as your loved one becomes more forgetful. You can help make things easier by following some guidelines that will keep their mouth in top shape instead of allowing them to fall into the traps…
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