People Who Are Caregivers

dadcarer

I am retired and do volunteer work now.

The Concert - An Inspiring Story

When I recently posted a suggestion to share inspiring stories on a website that I moderate, I was asked by one of the members of OurAlzheimers to share an inspiring story here on this website, so here is the story I have to share about my mother. Through the lonely years of her dementia my mother became less and less familiar to... Read more Chevron

posted 01/01/2009, comments (0)|

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HSCM

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Spectacular

I have cared for seniors in one capacity or another since childhood. I have spent the last 9 years developing a program of care for individuals with alzheimer's. Five years ago I implemented my program and the results have been outstanding. Our clients have shown dramatic improvement, slowed progression of their illness and enjoyed a... Read more Chevron

posted 12/27/2008, comments (3)|

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56YRS. OLD Believes in 'Do Unto Others'give a smile get one back

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Patti Juarez

I am a care giver; I joined this sight for insight on caring for someone with dementia; how to give him the best care I can and help his wife understand what he might be going through. I'm not a nurse so I need to know what he can do and how far should I push. His wife says I'm a softy with him. He is 76yrs. old, and I don't know if its all... Read more Chevron

posted 12/10/2008, comment (1)|

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Good Resource to find Alzheimer's Caregivers

I just wanted to share this site, www.thecaringspace.com It's a great resource for families looking for assistance and health services for a loved one with alzheimers. Families seeking caregivers can register for free right now. They get unlimited access to an entire network of caregivers, optional promotion of their position to... Read more Chevron

posted 12/10/2008, comment (1)|

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Mother has Alzheimer's Stage 1 diagnosed by dr.

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HELP!!! Mom has alzheimers stage 1

I am the caregiver of my 72 yr old mother I have 4 children and we all reside in her home together. She doesn't think that anything is wrong with her, but of course she does things and forgets immediately. She can never concentrate on getting washed up, she will not take a bath or shower. She refuses to allow someone to come into the home and help... Read more Chevron

posted 12/10/2008, comments (6)|

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