5 Tips for Caring for a Parent with Alzheimer’s
Ruth Drew of the Alzheimer’s Association shares advice, including how to build a support network and taking time for yourself.
Ruth Drew of the Alzheimer’s Association shares advice, including how to build a support network and taking time for yourself.
She ultimately gave up the guilt and accepted that her best was good enough.
As the primary caregiver for her husband with Alzheimer’s, she struggled to take time for herself. But a restorative sanctuary was just blocks away.
During a visit to her mother-in-law with Alzheimer’s, her son opened her eyes to God’s many blessings.
Summoned to his mother’s hospice bedside, he learned that she was in good hands for her homeward journey.
The nonprofit is supporting caregivers daily through their new virtual “house calls” program and other valuable resources.
Small gatherings with minimal stress are key to a successful celebration—whether you’re together or apart.
Whether you’re separated physically, or by mental and emotional changes to your mom’s condition, this is a chance to connect.
Even if social distancing is preventing you from visiting your loved ones in care facilities, there are still ways to show them you care.
Those suffering with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia sometimes experience a mysterious moment of lucidity.
The demands of Alzheimer’s caregiving can be taxing on your health, so accepting help to get rest and relief is vital.
She had once feared the ornery veteran, but their relationship transformed after she became his caregiver.