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Organized by poet Gary Glazner, with a grant from Poets and Writers Magazine, the Alzheimer’s Poetry Project was begun in 1997. He initiated poetry-related activities for a California adult day-care center. Since then, Mr. Glazner has trained 10 poets to set up programs in other parts of the country.
Through this nationwide project, poets read and […]
Although we think of people in their 70s and 80s as having Alzheimer’s, it is found in some who are much younger. Doctors and researchers are realizing this disease can affect people as early as their 30s.
Early onset dementia or Alzheimer’s also can have a disastrous effect on a family’s income because often that person is one of […]
The first time I saw Marilyn in the activity room of the nursing home where Mother was an Alzheimer’s patient, I thought she was a visitor. Short graying hair, energetic movements, and a ready smile characterized her.
Then on my next visit to see Mother, I again saw Marilyn. When I saw her a third time, […]
The decision to purchase long term care insurance to help cover costs when you or someone in your family, including Alzheimer’s patients, need help with care at home or in a nursing home, puzzles many people.
*Should they purchase it for themselves and family members?
*When, at what age, should they purchase it?
*What plan should they select?
*Can […]
As Alzheimer’s is becoming more well-known, we find more physicians who are specializing in various aspects of this disease. They are knowledgeable about the latest developments and treatments.
According to an article on the Namenda site (http://www.namenda.com/sections/about-alzheimers-disease/choosing-alzheimers-specialist.aspx ), four of the specialists to look for may be geriatricians, neurologists, phychiatrists, and neuropsychologists. Each one has their specialty […]
It’s common for Alzheimer’s patients to develop delusions as the disease progresses. They often become so agitated they’re paranoid and terrified. Other times they simply see someone who is not there or transfer a person’s face onto another.
One evening Mother and I sat in the living room while I was doing some hand sewing. Suddenly […]
“Mary, we can’t let your mother eat at the dining table any more,” the nurse informed me. When I looked surprised, she continued, “She keeps interfering with the people sitting next to her.”
Pam further explained that Mother would reach over to the next person and try to cut their meat, spoon food from a bowl onto […]
Approximately 8,500 resource materials related to Alzheimer’s disease are available at the ADEAR Center’s AD Library for you to access online. ADEAR (Alzheimer’s Disease Education & Resource), associated with the National Institute of Aging offers much information about Alzheimer’s, caregiving, and health.
The database in the AD Library contains many materials not available elsewhere. There are […]
I mentioned, in a previous post, research concerning the possibility that people who eat a Mediterranean Diet had a lower risk of Alzheimer’s . I’ve come across more reports supporting and/or expanding upon this. This diet also may decrease other health risks, such as cancer, coronary heart disease, obesity, high blood pressure, and problems processing glucose.
In […]
When someone “sits” with your family member, it’s a good idea to let them know about the dietary needs, likes and dislikes they’re likely to encounter. My neighbor often stayed with my mom for a few hours so I could get out to do errands or attend a meeting. (She had cared for an aunt […]
Encouraging Alzheimer's caregivers from someone who's been there.
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