Alzheimer's - All People Who Are Interested In "Dementia"

Joseph

I am a retired postal worker coordinating care for my age 88 mom.

posted 11/21/2009, comment (1)

Dementia - When the Caregiver Is Abused

Performing the tasks of a caregiver is hard work. You have to prepare meals, manage medications, and perform a lot of varied cleaning tasks. It's hard to find some time for yourself. As days become weeks and weeks become months, fatigue from the routine can affect one's mood. The desire to do a good job and remain... Read more Chevron

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Bob DeMarco

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posted 11/20/2009, comments (2)

Quote of the Day -- Caregivers

There are only four kinds of people in the world - those who have been caregivers, those who are currently caregivers, those who will be caregivers, and those who will need caregivers.-- Rosalynn Carter Are Alzheimer's Caregivers the Forgotten? Subscribe to The Alzheimer's Reading Room--via Email

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Dorian Martin

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posted 11/19/2009, comments (3)

Hospital Stays Can Be Detrimental to Loved Ones with Alzheimer's Disease

Mom had only two extended stays at the hospital after her diagnosis with Alzheimer's disease. In both cases, I was a visible presence. Although I didn't stay with her overnight, I did hang out in her room for extended periods of time so that the medical staff were aware of my presence. And if there was a problem, I didn't hesitate to bring any... Read more Chevron

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Leah

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has vascular dementia

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posted 11/19/2009, comments (4)

Structuring My Day—In Spite of Dementia!

How important is structure in the day of someone living with dementia? It seems to be VERY important. But HOW does one create structure when one is retired and every day is different? That is my dilemma. Here are my suggestions: 1. Keep a calendar current. I actually have multiple calendars: ... Read more Chevron

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Eric J. Hall

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AFA Founder, CEO

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posted 11/17/2009, comment (1)

Get Screened!

Sometimes unsolicited calls on busy, busy days let you know you're making a difference. So it was one day this past summer. I, along with my staff at the Alzheimer's Foundation of America (AFA), were in the thick of planning our events to commemorate National Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month in November. By sheer coincidence, a call came in... Read more Chevron

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