Self Recognition with dementia and Mom's Mirror Image Collide I hadn't even realized that Mom was losing her own self recognition with dementia. My Mom often remarked that she was frightened by the "Old Woman" who constantly followed her but I had no idea who that woman might be. For a long time, I thought it was an hallucination. But one day, as I stood beside Mom in front of the mirror, … [Read More...]
The Stages of Alzheimers dementia
Does the Person with dementia Invent Memories or just lie?
Does the person with dementia invent memories ...or just lie? One issue with the person who has Alzheimer's or Dementia is that they look so good. By looking at them, you would never know they have a problem. They don't look sick. They don't have a cold, or runny nose, or high fever. They look so normal that we're totally surprised by their odd behavior and story-telling and have to wonder if … [Read More...]
Common Questions about dementia
Truth! for the Person with Dementia and “The Antique Waterfall”
Truth for the Person with Dementia When Mom entered the "Group Home," where she would reside for nearly 2 years in late-stage Alzheimer's, she was agitated, restless and cried continuously to go home. I brought crochet yarn of every color on each visit in an attempt to keep her busy. The only hobby she had left was that Mom could still crochet a single chain into many circles that … [Read More...]
All Time Favorite Articles
Baby Dolls Crafted for dementia and the Elderly
Baby Dolls Crafted for dementia and the Elderly Baby Dolls Crafted for dementia and the elderly are such a blessing. I can’t explain how happy I am to see this video. Last January, I wrote an article about the elderly, especially those with dementia, my mom included, and their love for babies. Actually, my story […]
7 The Seventh and The Last Stage of Alzheimer’s dementia
The Last Stage of Alzheimer’s If you’ve read the 7 Stages of Alzheimers, you realize there are obvious degrees of decline through this disease. Sometimes the decline is exhilarated by a hospital stay, a surgery, a particular medication, anything out of the ordinary. But the normal progression of this disease is to the last stage […]
7 Overall Risk Factors for Alzheimer’s, Dementia, and Cognitive Decline
Risk Factors for Alzheimer’s On a Daily basis I scour issues of Health and Medical magazines and Alzheimer’s Newsletters, hoping for more news on which fruit to eat, or how many miles to walk, or which vitamin or mineral to pop every morning with breakfast. As a person with high-blood pressure and other heart related […]
The Caregiver
Memory Support System KalendarKards
Memory Support System KalendarKards This New Memory Support System offers the tools needed for those with Alzheimer's to remain at home longer. Recently introduced to this new product, I am very … [Read More...]
Caregiver and Poet inspired by her father with dementia
Caregiver and Poet inspired by her father with dementia Author: Kelly DuMar's is a caregiver and poet inspired by her father who has dementia. She is also kind enough to share her thoughts and … [Read More...]
Alzheimer’s Fidget Quilts for Sale Online
Alzheimer's Fidget Quilts for Sale Online Aprons, Purses and more Fidget quilts are a happy resource for the person with dementia and fidgeting fingers. While caring for my Mom with dementia, I … [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...]