“Me time” takes an unexpected turn when John wants hot chocolate
Saturday mornings are a time that I have carved out for me to do whatever I want. Usually, I get up early to attend a Weight Watcher’s meeting and then hit the grocery store...
Category: Caregiving
A reflection on Dad’s passing: A difficult road was made a little easier with support
I shared with you recently that my father had, among other issues, Alzheimer’s disease. His journey came to an inglorious end in late March after we had moved him to a nursing home. He...
Beware – Veterans benefits scam
Many veterans and their caregivers are aware of benefits available to them through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). One that is particularly helpful to caregivers – especially caregivers who are coping with something...
From the Santa Cruz Education Conference: Delirium and dementia – it’s complicated!
Our education conference continued with three breakout sessions, including Communication and Validation Therapy with Mike Splain, LCSW, ACSW and an early stage panel featuring experts from the Alzheimer’s Association and individuals with early stage...
The Santa Cruz Education Conference is underway! Caregivers: drop your preconceived notions about caregiving
Bill Fisher, chief executive officer of the Alzheimer’s Association, Northern California and Northern Nevada Chapter kicked off the annual education conference in the Santa Cruz area at the Mount Hermon Conference Center on a...
On a Personal Note: Heather Deming
“My name is Heather Deming and my husband Bill and I feel privileged to share our story with you. We are learning to increase our understanding of this baffling disorder with the goal that...
On a Personal Note”¦(Emma)
High school senior Emma volunteers her time to facilitate Memories in the Making, an Alzheimer’s Association art therapy program. She recently spoke about her experience as a volunteer with the program at the annual...
Angie and John, A Love Story: What’s the Same Now
We’re celebrating Valentine’s Day all week with a very special love story. Meet our blogger, Angie and her husband John, who talk Valentine’s day, marriage, commitment, love and life in the face of Alzheimer’s...
