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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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Advocate Author BLOG Books Cancer Caregivers

Unexpected challenges of family caregiving

“In this timely and urgently needed book, she gives readers sound, practical advice on how to meet with humanity and optimism in the bewildering array of challenges facing caregivers: where to find help, how to navigate a confusing healthcare system, how to deal…

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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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BLOG Caregivers Families Grieving Healers Holidays Mental Health

Changes for Caregivers during the Holidays

There have been some changes for Betsy and her son as they started going out for Thanksgiving Dinner and cooking Thanksgiving Dinner on Christmas Eve!

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Advocate Business Caregivers Health Care Non Profit Parkinson Disease Resources

The many facets to being a Caregiver

“Before we know it, we can be overwhelmed by the responsibilities and stress of managing a family member’s personal, medical, home, legal, financial, and social care needs.”

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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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Alzheimers Anixety BLOG Caregivers Children Nurses Pandemic Suicide

Young caregivers and their struggles

“A native of Nashville, Tennessee, and a Vanderbilt University alumna, I grew up as a young caregiver for my disabled mother. Caring for her since age 11, I was isolated, scared, and like many other young caregivers in the United States, I did…

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Her Husband Matt and the diagnosis of Alzheimer’s

In memory of her husband, Matthew Sloan who was her inspiration for getting into her car to raise awareness of Alzheirmiers!