Holidays and Dementia Sufferers
The holidays are very stressful for loved ones suffering from dementia. You see my mother Mary enjoyed the holidays. She would be the...
Going to the Emergency Room: Tips for Dementia Caregivers
I was caregiver for my mom who had vascular dementia. I'm not a healthcare provider so I didn't want to guess what my mom was suffering...
Sorting Through What’s Left Behind (Mary's Boutique)
It took a while for me to write this post. You see the last time that I went thru my mom’s closet; it was to pick out her final outfit...
Daylight Savings Time and Alzheimer's
Did you know that Daylight Savings time effects someone with Alzheimer's Disease? We all look forward to that extra hour of sleep...
What Can I Do About the Grief I Experience as a Caregiver?
There are so many ways that can help you cope with your Grief so I provided a couple below that may assist you. 1. Keep a journal of...
The Five Effects of Caregiver’s Grief
Grief is a natural and normal reaction to loss and change. It affects ALL aspects of ourselves: the physical, emotional, psychological,...