Caring for a spouse with Alzheimer’s disease (AD) can be one of the most physically and emotionally challenging roles a person can experience in life. Yet, recent studies indicate that certain circumstances…
New Study Reveals That Appreciation Lowers Level of Spousal Caregiver Burden
Published November 26, 2017
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Communication Problems in the Early Stages of Alzheimer's Disease
Published November 22, 2017
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If you live with or care for a person with Alzheimer’s disease (AD), you may already know that communication can be a real challenge. Having a conversation with a person with AD usually requires a great…
Signs Your Loved One with Alzheimer's Disease may Need Home Care Assistance
Published October 31, 2017
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Asking for help is not always easy for any of us, particularly for seniors. Many older people have a sense of pride that can make asking the younger generation for assistance a real challenge. In some…
6 Bath Time Challenge Tips for Alzheimer’s Caregivers
Published October 23, 2017
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If you are a caregiver for a loved one with Alzheimer’s dementia, you may know full well, just how challenging providing hygiene can be, particularly at bath time. Bathing is one area of defiance that…
Halloween Safety Tips for Alzheimer's Caregivers
Published October 07, 2017
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As the end of October approaches, many Alzheimer’s caregivers are concerned about safety issues for their loved one with Alzheimer’s disease (AD). It’s true that Halloween can be a frightening holiday…
The 2017 Walk to End Alzheimer's Disease
Published September 07, 2017
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This years’ Walk to End Alzheimer’s event takes place on Sunday, September 17th in a movement that the Alzheimer’s Association says will help “millions reclaim the future.” The Enfield, Connecticut Walk…
5 Facts About Sunburn that Alzheimer’s Caregivers Should Know
Published August 05, 2017
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As summer continues to heat up, so too should AD Caregiving endeavors to prevent sunburn for their loved ones with Alzheimer’s Disease (AD). While a little dose of the sun each day is a great source of…
Foods That Help Keep a Person with Alzheimer's Disease Hydrated
Published August 01, 2017
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When it comes to ensuring a person with Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is well hydrated, Alzheimer’s caregivers may have many daily trials (particularly if you are caring for a loved one with dementia). Water…
Yoga and Kirtan Kriya Mediation May Bolster Brain Functioning for Alzheimer's Prevention
Published July 29, 2017
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The Alzheimer’s Research and Prevention Foundation (ARPF) in Tucson, Arizona did a study on the effects of a specific type of yoga meditation called “Kirtan Kriya” on brain health. Kirtan Kriya meditation…
11 Alzheimer's Caregiver Tips for Taking Time Out This Summer
Published July 16, 2017
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If you’re an Alzheimer’s caregiver, chances are you already know just how challenging it is to make time for yourself. But research shows that scheduling regular time off is vital to the overall health…
Fun and Safe 4th of July Activities for People with Alzheimer's Disease
Published July 03, 2017
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If you’re an Alzheimer’s caregiver, looking for some new family traditions this year on the 4th of July, you may be interested in learning some tips for safe and enjoyable activities this year. The traditional…
Alzheimer's Caregiver Tips for Avoiding Heat Related Illness
Published July 01, 2017
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As the summer temperatures begin to climb, so too does the danger of heat exhaustion for seniors-particularly those with Alzheimer’s Disease (AD). A study at the University of Chicago Medical Center discovered…
New Coloring Book for People with Alzheimer's Disease
Published June 24, 2017
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If you are a caregiver, looking for activities to do with your loved one with Alzheimer’s disease (AD), you may be interested in learning about a new coloring book created specifically for people…
Can Specially Trained Dogs Help People with Alzheimer's Dementia?
Published May 30, 2017
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Service dogs are well known for helping people with all types of disabilities, from blindness to epilepsy, or even anxiety; a service dog can be trained to help people in many ways. But, did you know…
Are You Searching for an Alzheimer's Specialist? New Study Discovers Trusting the Doctor may Reduce Pain During Clinical Visits
Published May 25, 2017
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Pain is an everyday reality for many seniors, Pain can occur frequently as a result of a medical condition, such as arthritis, or simply from general aches and muscle pain. Stress commonly exacerbates…
Little-Known Facts About Depression and Alzheimer's Disease
Published May 20, 2017
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People with Alzheimer’s disease (particularly in the early and middle stages) are at a much higher risk of suffering from depression than the general population. In fact, according to The Alzheimer’s…
8 Ways Yoga May Help Caregivers and People with Alzheimer's Disease
Published May 15, 2017
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If you or a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease (AD) want to learn about a safe exercise regime as part of a healthy AD lifestyle routine, you may be interested in the benefits of Yoga. Yoga may seem like…
Food Tracking Apps for Alzheimer's Prevention: Which Food Tracker is Best for You?
Published May 05, 2017
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If you or a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease (AD) need some motivation to adhere to the Alzheimer’s prevention diet, you may want to consider using a digital diet and activity tracker. There…
Can Food and Activity Trackers Help with Alzheimer's Prevention?
Published May 01, 2017
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If you or a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease (AD) need an innovative way to get motivated when it comes to working out and maintaining a healthy diet, you may want to consider a digital food and activity…
10 Tips for a Safe Easter Holiday with a Loved One with Alzheimer’s Disease
Published April 12, 2017
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Holidays are a busy time of year for most people, but If you have a loved one in the family with Alzheimer’s disease, the holidays can present themselves with additional challenges. Many people feel a…
Tips on Tax Laws for Alzheimer's Caregivers
Published April 04, 2017
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With tax season upon us, it’s a good time to give a shout out to those who perform paid in-home services for people with Alzheimer’s disease (AD). Tax laws for care recipients and paid caregivers can…
Nootropics: Can a Pill Boost Cognition and Make You Smarter?
Published April 01, 2017
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A new company called Nootrobox is marketing an idea that the simply taking a pill may make you smarter while purportedly improving one’s energy level, memory, stamina, resilience, clarity and more. The…
5 Things Back Pain May be Trying to Tell Alzheimer's Caregivers
Published March 19, 2017
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If you care for a person with Alzheimer’s disease (AD), you may be interested in learning about what your back pain is trying to tell you. Back problems are a common malady for caregivers, as many are…
10 Signs Your Loved One with Alzheimer's Disease May Not Be Well Hydrated
Published February 21, 2017
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Many caregivers, particularly those caring for a loved one in the later stages of Alzheimer’s dementia, know full well what a challenge it can be to get a person with Alzheimer’s disease (AD) to eat and…
Valentine’s Day for Alzheimer’s Caregivers
Published February 10, 2017
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As Valentine’s Day approaches, Alzheimer’s caregivers may be wondering how to best honor their loved one with Alzheimer’s disease (AD). For those adhering to a healthy Alzheimer’s prevention diet, the…
What Alzheimer's Caregivers Should Know about Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Published February 07, 2017
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It’s that time of year again, after the holidays, the season when many of us start feeling a bit blue due to the lack of sunshine, cold weather and being stuck inside for months with cabin fever.…
The Physical and Psychological Affects of Alzheimer's Caregiving
Published January 10, 2017
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If you have a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease (AD), you may be acutely aware of the toll that caring for another’s needs (particularly full-time) can pay on one’s overall well-being. But you may not…
New Online Tool to Help with Alzheimer's Caregiving
Published August 31, 2016
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If you are an Alzheimer’s caregiver, you may be looking for a new way to organize and share health information. If so, you may be interested in a free online tool that’s designed specifically for caregivers.…
Quick Health Screening for Caregivers
Published July 02, 2016
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Caregiving for a person with Alzheimer’s disease (AD) may be one of the most challenging, yet rewarding, roles in life. While most caregivers can precisely identify each of their loved one’s social, emotional,…
5 Things NOT to Say to an Alzheimer's Caregiver
Published February 14, 2016
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If you have a friend or family member who is an Alzheimer’s caregiver, you may be interested to find out which comments (with good intentions, of course) were the least helpful, according to other caregivers.…
What Caregivers Should Know About Alcohol use and Alzheimer's Disease
Published March 25, 2015
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If you are a caregiver for a person with Alzheimer’s, you may be concerned about the effects of alcohol on the disease. When alcohol use is being discussed, circumstances such as the severity of the dementia,…
8 "Do's and Don'ts" for Alzheimer's Caregivers
Published February 10, 2015
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Alzheimer’s caregivers know first-hand about the many challenges involved in caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease (AD) on a daily basis. Just as with any other job we undertake, taking inventory…
Brain Healthy Activities and Hobbies for those with Alzheimer's Disease
Published May 27, 2014
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One of the common signs of early Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) is a lack of interest in hobbies and activities, particularly if the person with AD was previously very actively involved. As a caregiver, it’s…
Do you Have Caregiver Overload?
Published May 13, 2014
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One of the problems with Alzheimer’ss Caregiver overload is that the many tasks required to care for a person with Alzheimer’s disease(AD)usually accumulate slowly over a period of time, depending on…
Proper Body Mechanics for Alzheimer's Caregivers
Published March 11, 2014
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Maintaining proper body mechanics is imperative for caregivers to prevent fatigue or injury when lifting, assisting with transfers, or even when helping to re-position a loved one with Alzheimer’s Disease…
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