Dementia Archives

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Importance of setting up Power Of Attorney

Both Betsy and Ryan discussed the importance of safety, being proactive with setting up Power Of Attorney for Medical and Financial affairs, the importance of a medical directive, and discussing with our families what we want for aging in place and our end-of-life…

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Ageing Alzheimers BLOG Dementia Families Nurses

Is Alzheimer’s disease terminal? How can I improve the life of a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease?

According to a recent report by Alzheimer’s Disease International, an estimated 50 million people are living with dementia due to Alzheimer’s disease. Alzheimer’s disease and dementia are progressive (which means it will get worse over time) and life-shortening

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Alzheimers BLOG Caregivers Dementia Families

Is Alzheimer’s disease hereditary? How can I lower my risk for Alzheimer’s?

The topics covered in the interview include tips for dealing with Alzheimer’s, the symptoms of Alzheimer’s, and whether Alzheimer’s is hereditary or not.

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Alzheimers Author BLOG Dementia Grieving

Ways to cope with grief and loss of a loved one from Alzheimers

Lillian Cauldwell discussed with Lisa Skinner the pitfalls of becoming a Caregiver for a person with Alzheimer’s since their personality and behavior change frequently and drastically.

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Alzheimer's - Caregivers and Alzheimer's Alzheimers BLOG Caregivers Dementia Music Podcast

Music Therapy and various types of Dementia

Music Therapy could be beneficial for adults with various types of dementia and how music therapy is a connection for both you and your loved one.

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Alzheimer's - Caregivers and Alzheimer's Alzheimers BLOG Caregivers Dementia Families Podcast

Changes in Celebrating the Holidays

Betsy talks about how she made changes to the celebration of Christmas and Hanukkah through the years, to make it easier for her husband Matt.

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Attorney Author BLOG Caregivers Dementia Finances Mental Health Resources

Are you prepared for an Emergency

“Having a plan can mean a lot of things in your day-to-day life. It can mean Peace of Mind + Security + Family matters + Happiness + Legacy”

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Alzheimers BLOG Caregivers Dementia LGBTQ+ PTSD Resources

We are all walking each other home

They both discussed why it is so important for present and past caregivers to share their journeys to help those who are starting their journeys!

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Advocate Author BLOG Caregivers Dementia Education Families Mental Health

Sharing your Stories is so important for all of us

“The Proactive Caregiver book will inform, educate, and encourage you to embrace the emotional challenges by allowing personal growth to transform and enrich your life. When your loved ones begin to lose time and memories or become combative, you must be prepared to…

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Alzheimers BLOG Caregivers Children Dementia Education Families Finances Nurses

Helping Families who have a loved one with Dementia

“This is a story about caregiving…at any age. Meet 6.75 years Lola and her best friend and grandmother, Babu (short for babushka). One day Babu is not herself. Lola learns that Babu has dementia.”