Alzheimer’s Disease: Comedy Improv Is a Surprising Resource
As her mother’s Alzheimer’s worsened, improvisational theater experience gave her and her husband a new way to interact with her mom—and ease the strain.
As her mother’s Alzheimer’s worsened, improvisational theater experience gave her and her husband a new way to interact with her mom—and ease the strain.
Karen Stobbe and Mondy Carter, who provide training to dementia caregivers, share how they use techniques learned from improvisational theatre to engage with Karen’s mother, who has Alzheimer’s.
Many of us have a loved one dealing with Alzheimer’s disease. Whether you’re a fulltime caregiver or just help out from time to time, you may find the following tips instructive.
Comedian Seth Rogen and his wife, Lauren Miller, came up with a way to turn a personal tragedy into something positive.
Her twin sister had always been strong. Now that her twin was dealing with Alzheimer’s, it was her turn to be the strong one.
A look back at country music star Glen Campbell’s life.
George Drummond crafted a 1960s-style room to help his wife suffering with Alzheimer’s.
This prolific author needed to spend some time away from home to write her new book. Could she allow herself to leave her mother, who was dealing with Alzheimer’s, for a while?
Music legend Glen Campbell, who passed away on August 8, 2017, has gone silent, but his final album is a beautiful parting gift from a multitalented performer.
Despite her dementia, the day before her death she finally recognized her daughter once again.
Remembering three inspiring people, and the effect they’ve had on my life—and all our lives.
The Home to Heather Creek editor shares why she finds comfort in her parents’ quality time.