Yearn for Childhood Home When my mom first began to ask “to go home,” I assumed she meant her “own” home. I thought she meant the home where she'd lived for many years before coming to live with my family. It took awhile to figure out I was wrong. She didn't remember the house that she'd lived in for 30 years before she came to live with us. She wanted to go to her childhood home, be with … [Read More...]
The Stages of Alzheimers dementia
Memories of a Shopping Trip …or Not — When Alzheimer’s steals memories
Alzheimer's Steals Memories After Mom went to live at the "Group-Home" with 9 other folks who had dementia, we continued our shopping trips as often as possible. Shopping trips had become a tradition that Mom never remembered afterwards but we certainly enjoyed at the time. We laughed and talked and shared childhood memories; some hers, some mine. Either way, They were always new and fresh … [Read More...]
Common Questions about dementia
The Emergency Room? Mom’s back again?
The Emergency Room...again When my Mom’s loss of memory slid from early to middle stage Alzheimer's, I still did not recognize the symptoms but assumed most of her symptoms were little more than aging. Mom's only physical ailments were ugly stomach aches. Bouts of colic plagued Mom as often as any newborn baby. Mom would call her neighbor... who would call an ambulance... and off she would … [Read More...]
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Elder Abuse – Is it Happening to Your Loved One with Alzheimer’s?
What is Elder Abuse – What are the Signs Most people are familiar with Child Abuse but not everyone understands that all states have the same sort of laws against Elder Abuse. An elderly person can be just as vulnerable to abuse as a child, and even more so if they have Alzheimer’s or dementia. […]
A quick note: TV Series Available
Good morning, Just a quick note: For those who love Mary Tyler Moore and the Dick Van Dyke Show as much I do. They have remastered the entire series. I was a little surprised to see it available so quickly. We all miss Mary Tyler Moore.My Mom loved Mary Tyler Moore and would have been enthralled to […]
Research Suggests Green Tea Could Help Prevent Alzheimer’s
Green Tea to Prevent Alzheimer’s? Finally, something I really like is also good for me I was delighted to hear this news. Green Tea May Help Prevent Alzheimer’s! Since my Mom passed away with Alzheimer’s and this website was created, I try to stay aware of any news about Alzheimer’s or other dementias. Recently, I […]
The Caregiver
Caring for Aging Parents – Difficult but not Impossible
Caring for aging parents - Difficult but not impossible Aging Parents may turn to their adult children when they are no longer able to care for themselves. Nobody wants to see their parents decline … [Read More...]
Alzheimer’s in the White House?
Alzheimer's in the White House? Ronald Wilson Reagan (From Wikipedia) February 6, 1911 – June 5, 2004) was an American politician, commentator, and actor, who served as the 40th President of the … [Read More...]
Alzheimer’s Activity Puzzles are Appropriate for the Person with dementia and Advanced Alzheimer’s
Alzheimer's Activity Puzzles and Appropriate Activity for the person with dementia I know how difficult it is to find activities for your loved one who has Alzheimer's. If your loved one is like my … [Read More...]
Care Tips
Form a Network of Support when dealing with Alzheimer’s
How to Form a Network of Support When Dealing With Alzheimer’s When someone you love is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, you’ll most likely face an exhausting and emotionally-taxing road. Between … [Read More...]
Lesser Known Early Signs of Alzheimer’s
Lesser known early signs of Alzheimer’s you must know One of the greatest impairments of the human faculties is the loss of cognitive function. Difficulty or inability to recall information, … [Read More...]
Healthy diet and exercise equal sound sleep for the aging
Healthy Diet and Exercise can equal Sound Sleep for the Aging Insomnia in seniors: Expert tips to help you sleep more soundly Seniors have trouble to sleep on a daily basis. This problem does not … [Read More...]