Alzheimer's & Dementia

Caring for a loved one with dementia poses many challenges for families and caregivers. I am a caregiver for my mother with dementia and hope these tips I have learned will help others.

Six ways to make dealing with Alzheimer's easier: Finding humor, playing music, reflection, communication, compassion, and acceptance.

In this article, I reflect on my experience with Alzheimer's disease in my family. My father lived for a dozen years with this disease, although it was undiagnosed until his autopsy.

Alzheimer's disease doesn't just affect those with the diagnosis; caregivers and loved ones are also victims. This article explores ten things that are lost as this disease progresses, based on my experience with my mother.

This article touches on the early warning signs of dementia, along with memory tests, resources, and how to prevent or delay the onset of memory disease.

Are you a caregiver for a loved one with Alzheimer's? How to recognize the end-stage signs, and how to prepare for evolving care needs during this time.

Do you have someone in the family who is suffering from severe memory loss? Make a family album to help them remember the names and faces of their loved ones.