“I thought Alzheimer’s was just an elderly disease”
I was like everyone else that I know, I thought Alzheimer’s is just an elderly disease. Boy did I find out the hard way that is just not the case. My son Jason was...
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Rick’s Tin Cuppers Tee Up to #ENDALZ for The Longest Day
I lost my wife of 37 years, Susie, to this terrible disease in 2008. She was diagnosed at age 51 and died at age 61″¦ way too young for her life to end! Since...
Adjusting to Alzheimer’s, Grateful for Families, Friends and Help
Mr. Leu’s story: To our dear friends, Some of you may have heard what has happened to us while others may not. After some thought, I decided to share with you that my wife...
Infographic: Caregiver Tips – Dressing and Grooming
Helpful information related to this story: Infographic as a pdf Alzheimer’s and Dementia Caregiver Center – Dressing and Grooming Alzheimer’s and Dementia Caregiver Center Additional caregiver tips on Alzheimersblog.org
Learning to Accept a New Mother, a New Way
By Dera Williams “I told you I’m not going anywhere and I don’t want anyone in my house. I can take care of myself. You all are trying to get rid of me.” Mama...
Marissa Low, Caregiver, Advocate, Volunteer for the Alzheimer’s Association
During National Volunteer Week and all year long, we wish to celebrate the stories of our dedicated and hard-working volunteers. This is the story of Marissa Low, caregiver, advocate, volunteer for the Alzheimer’s Association:...
Alexandria Hobbs, Granddaughter, Walker, Volunteer
During National Volunteer Week and all year long, we wish to celebrate the stories of our dedicated and hard-working volunteers. This is the story of Alexandria Hobbs, granddaughter, walker, volunteer for the Alzheimer’s Association:...
Gini Cunningham, Daughter, Sister, Volunteer Advocate
During National Volunteer Week and all year long, we wish to celebrate the stories of our dedicated and hard-working volunteers. This is the story of Gini Cunningham, daughter, sister, volunteer advocate for the Alzheimer’s...
