Category: Caregiving
Caregiver Corner: Keep calm and carry on!
We’ve all had times when we felt overwhelmed to the point of “losing it.” For me this happened when I badly injured my knee in the Alps and was alone in a hospital where...
On a Personal Note”¦(Nicole)
Nicole walked and fundraised for Walk to End Alzheimer’s in Sacramento in honor of her dad who has Alzheimer’s, then that very same evening, her dad walked her down the aisle for her wedding!...
Alzheimer’s Basics: Diagnosing Alzheimer’s disease
There is no single test that proves a person has Alzheimer’s. A diagnosis is made through a complete assessment that considers all possible causes. Medical history A health care provider will review the patient’s...
Difficult behaviors: bathing and personal hygiene
As with most things related to Alzheimer’s caregiving, dealing with behavioral symptoms requires planning, simplification and patience. As Alzheimer’s progresses, poor hygiene can become an issue: people living with dementia (PLWD) may refuse to...
The perfect Valentine’s gift
These last few months have been very intense. John’s cancer diagnosis last month was just the icing on the cake. Before the holidays, I was already looking at different care homes and only put...
Paula and Bill: A Love Story
Food, laughter, adventure and family are at the center of Paula and Bill’s relationship. Together, they are facing Alzheimer’s the only way they know how: as advocates for the cause! Paula and Bill: How...
Gene and Art: A Love Story
Gene and Art are facing Alzheimer’s disease with the same humor and love they have had for each other since they first met – and they have great advice for other couples who are...
