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I’ve looked back over the Alzheimer’s Notes November posts and have found some you may have missed or would like to read again.
Groundbreaking […]
Adopting the persona of ‘Grandma Joyce’ social worker Joyce Simard uses props such as a pair of oversized star-shaped, blue-lensed eyeglasses and walking frame.
It’s all part of an educational program that Joyce runs to teach children about aging and Alzheimer’s Disease, and to show children how to visit and have fun with grandparents […]
The results from my latest poll on Alzheimer’s Notes indicates that a wide majority of people would write about their experiences as an Alzheimer’s caregiver for a family member. Eighty-six percent responded that they would; no one said no; no one voted that they’d write if it could be done anonymously; Fourteen percent were undecided.
More caregivers […]
Between 2000 and 2025, it is expected that the number of people in Utah with Alzheimer’s Disease will increase by 127%, the highest percentage in the nation.
Listen to this audio interview with Linda Blonsley, Executive Director of the Utah Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association to find out why…
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Don’t think you’ll ever be interviewed? Never say “Never!”
With Alzheimer’s so prominently in the news, caregivers and administrators may find themselves the subject of interviews. Those who write about Alzheimer’s and caregiving often are in the news or interviewed online.
The next question…“What do I do if someone wants to interview me?”
You’ll find 5 great tips […]
In his post, When a Caregiver Says Goodbye to Summer, at caregivingblog.com, the author tells how he and his family gave up their summer activities (and other activities for three years) because his mother, who had dementia and lived with them, couldn’t join them. Then he reflects whether it was the right thing to do as he […]
The end of 2007 is approaching faster than most of us would like to think about…and that means we must consider wrapping things up taxwise. As an Alzheimer’s caregiver, you may have the responsibility of your parent(s) affairs and must file taxes for them. I had to to this for my mom, with the aid […]
November is not only National Alzheimer’s Awareness Month but also National Family Caregiver’s Month. So in support of this, I’ve compiled a list of a few useful sites for those committed to the care of someone with Alzheimer’s Disease.
AlzOnline: Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Online - provides quality caregiver education, information, and support via audio/video classes […]
Everyone, at some time, encounters losses, disappointments and discouragement in life, in their hobbies, their business, their personal life and other endeavors. Sometimes you even feel like giving up on a project or dream.
When you’re a caregiver in an Alzheimer’s world, you may wonder “Why?” “Why me?” “Why mom?” “Why is this happening?”
I recall being awakened […]
Throughout the month of November various activities have highlighted it as National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month.
President George W. Bush, of the United States of America, issued a Proclamation concerning this disease and recognizing this month.
He began with:
National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month is an opportunity to honor and support those living with Alzheimer’s disease. During […]
Encouraging Alzheimer's caregivers from someone who's been there.
Written by Mary Emma Allen [email], and Liz Lewis, RN for b5media.
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