Alzheimer's - People Who Are Caregivers

Joseph

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

posted 11/21/2009, comments (0)

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)

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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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Carol Bradley Bursack

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posted 11/16/2009, comments (2)

Help Yourself Avoid Holiday Depression By Allowing Guilt Free Imperfection

The holiday season is upon us. How on earth, as we care for elders with dementia, children of many ages with great expectations, multiple housing arrangements and the outside pressures of holiday "cheer," do we cope? My parents were, at one time, great celebrators of Christmas. My kids loved going to their home for Christmas... Read more Chevron

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Connie Moore

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posted 11/15/2009, comments (12)

Surviving The Loss of Your Alzheimers Loved One

Hi I am Connie It Has been almost ten months since the worst day of my life. My Love MY husband lost his battle with alzheimers and Congestive Heart Failure Jan 19, 2009. I have cared for loved and lived with my husband with this disease. I cannot tell you how I survived this I cannot tell you how to survive this disease or the loss of a loved... Read more Chevron

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