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I didn’t have time to prepare our home for Mother. When I discovered her wandering in the snow one morning when I visited her home (I couldn’t find her when I arose and then discovered she’d circumvented the lock on the door and was looking outside for her cat), I had to move her to […]
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You’re caring for your parent or spouse, perhaps a friend, because you care for them, because no one else is handy, because you feel responsible. However, often you weary of the demands of the caregiving task, especially when you have to juggle other aspects of your life.
Do you feel, even subconsciously, like a […]
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According to the article, Caregiving is a 6-Letter Word: STRESS, at SoftDental.com, caregiver stress can cause dental problems, especially gingivitis…that severe redness and swelling around the gums.
In this article we learn about the many ways stress can affect the caregiver’s health, as well as realize that “stress is an enemy of your teeth.”
We know that stress […]
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This is the second the All About Alzheimer’s Carnivals and is a platform for you to write your thoughts and feelings about Alzheimer’s and caregiving. Entering carnivals (collections of articles about particular topics hosted at one blog) proves to be very enjoyable, I’ve found.
If you’ve never entered one, simply follow the directions by clicking on the […]
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Alzheimer’s in the Blogosphere, at Battling Alzheimer’s by Michael Davidsen, included Alzheimer’s Notes and Liz Lewis’ post, Brain Food for Alzheimer’s patients and their caregivers, in a round-up of blogs about this disease and caregiving.
The blog posts include articles and stories about Alzheimer’s, caregiving, humor and information, by victims, caregivers, family members, and researchers. If you take time […]
Check out this list of 20 Super Brain Foods. It’s got all the important foods that will help feed the brain of not only someone with Alzheimer’s but also the ones who are looking after them.
1. Wholegrain Foods
2. Walnuts
3. Cashews
4. Almonds
5. Pecans
6. Blueberries
7. Strawberries
8. Blackberries
9. Sunflower Seeds
10. Pumpkin Seeds
11. Green Tea
12. Eggs
13. Avocados
14. Tomatoes
15. […]
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Blogging has become an important part of many caregivers’ lives, as well as numerous other people. It keeps caregivers in touch with others in similar situations and helps them they can find encouragment.
Also, Alzheimer’s patients can visit one another’s blogs, leave comments and e-mail others so they don’t feel so alone in their unique world.
Whole Alzheimer’s […]
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Many of you probably have a dog in your life. Perhaps this pet helps entertain your Alzheimer’s patient. Also, a dog may entertain you and help relieve the stress of your hectic days. Dogs also are welcomed in many nursing homes where they provide therapy for the residents.
When Mother lived in her home, there was Tiny, who ate […]
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Do you enjoy tea time with your Alzheimer’s family member…or have memories of family rituals involving them? Afternoon tea was an everyday occurrence at my grandmother’s when I was growing up.
Nanny would have her cup of tea while my aunts often sipped their coffee. When I visited them at their Trails End Farm, I looked […]
AGIS and Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) have teamed up to create a new Alzheimer’s and Dementia caregivers resource providing comprehensive online support for people caring for family and loved ones with Alzheimer’s Disease and dementia.
This new section includes research and medical information, current treatment options, warning signs and an Ask the Expert area […]
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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