The thief first appeared as a slight blip on the memory screen. A word forgotten, a key chain misplaced. We laughed — at first. Then more and more items were misplaced. Numerous words forgotten until finally our parents’ identities disappeared. We no longer laughed. Instead, we sought out doctors and resources. Someone who could tell …
When the transitions of life change our circumstances, it may become more difficult to discover hope. Recently, Mom transferred from assisted living to the Alzheimer’s unit. A necessary change, given her cognitive impairment. Still, for the family she no longer recognizes, it was a clear reminder of the devastation of this disease. Grateful for the …
The calendar reminds us how deep we are into the holiday season. Our waistlines expand while the stresses of family dynamics emotionally stretch us. As much as we enjoy the family time, the abundance of good food and the reminders to be grateful — we also need to remember how stressful this time can be …
When Alzheimer’s exfoliates the brain, how can we help our loved ones celebrate birthdays – without treating them like children?