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Practical information, tips, and strategies for Alzheimer’s family caregivers

Jan 31, 2024

Caregiving for a loved one with Alzheimer’s is full of frustrations, challenges, and stress. But caregiving can also bring you great joy, understanding, and hope in your caregiving journey.  In this episode, we reflect on positive caregiver comments we have received throughout the years.


Jan 24, 2024

We typically modify how we communicate based on the audience we communicate with, such as adults, teens, or toddlers. In this episode, I will give you a better understanding of how to communicate with someone with Alzheimer’s.


Jan 17, 2024

In the early stages of Alzheimer’s, your loved one will be able to stay home alone. As the disease progresses, it becomes a challenge to determine whether or not they can be safely left alone in the house. In this episode, we look at ways to keep your loved one safe at home.


Jan 10, 2024

We don’t always think about the passing of time in our daily lives. But your loved one with Alzheimer’s will have more difficulty with situations that involve understanding aspects of time. This episode explains how Alzheimer’s affects the concept of time and ways you can adapt and compensate.


Jan 3, 2024

Driving is a skill that involves several areas of cognitive abilities. At some point, your loved one with Alzheimer’s may become unable to drive a car safely, which can cause great harm to them and others. In this episode, we look at ways to help you manage the decision to let them no longer drive.