55. Is It an Early Sign of Dementia? Three Essential Tips / Alzheimer’s and Other Dementias
“What really helps is grounding yourself in three things: what change you’re noticing, how different it is from who this person has always been, and whether it’s getting worse over time.” — Dr. Anna Chodos Are you concerned that your loved one is showing early signs of dementia? Do you find yourself noticing changes but unsure […]
54. Why the Right Dementia Diagnosis Matters: Five Essential Tips / Alzheimer’s and Other Dementias
“An accurate early dementia diagnosis is essential. It can make a significant difference in how families navigate the diagnosis.” Esther Kane, MSN, RN Your loved one has been diagnosed with dementia… but do you ever wonder if they’ve been diagnosed with the correct type? Do you find yourself thinking: “This diagnosis doesn’t quite fit what I’m […]
53: The Dementia Care Financial Conversation: Five Essential Tips / Alzheimer’s and Other Dementias
“Dementia is not just a medical journey, but it’s a financial and emotional one.” — Devon Banning, CFP, Moran Wealth Management Are you avoiding the financial conversation with your loved one because it feels uncomfortable or overwhelming? Do you find yourself wondering how you’ll afford care as your loved one’s needs increase? Are you concerned about […]
52. Home or Community — Preparing for Stormy Weather / Four Essential Tips
“Early decision making is key in any type of storm preparedness. Timing, knowing what your city/county alerts are, and making sure you have a communication plan, is vital.” — Celeste Lynch, Executive Director, Moorings Park Grand Lake Are you prepared if a major storm threatens your area? Do you know whether to evacuate or shelter in […]
51. Dementia Caregiving and TV: Four Essential Tips / Alzheimer’s and Other Dementias
“The difference between TV as comfort and TV as chaos isn’t the screen — it’s understanding how the changing brain experiences what’s on it.” Allyson Schrier Do you rely on television to help occupy your loved one’s time? Does your care receiver seem agitated or anxious when the TV is on? Have you noticed them leaving […]
50. Family Dynamics in Caregiving: Four Essential Tips / Alzheimer’s and Other Dementias
“Family caregiving is not simply about caring for the person who’s receiving care, it’s also about caring for everyone in the family through this whole process.” Dr. Barry Jacobs Are you struggling to pull your family together to create a working support system for someone living with dementia? Do you find family members disagreeing on what […]
49. Navigating Death Related Responsibilities: Four Essential Tips / Alzheimer’s and Other Dementias
Do you know what you need to do immediately after your care receiver passes? Many caregivers don’t. Are you worried about missing important tasks or feeling overwhelmed by the sheer volume of administrative, financial, and legal responsibilities? You’re not alone. We are Sue Ryan and Nancy Treaster. As caregivers for our loved ones with Alzheimer’s […]
48. Navigating the Sandwich Generation’s’: Five Essential Tips for Thriving While Caring for Multiple Generations
“Think about the twilight zone of handing your teenagers the car keys while at the same time trying to wrestle them away from your aging parents who should not drive. You’re sandwiched in the middle of that time of someone gaining independence and those losing independence and you’re navigating it all.” Christy Byrne Yates Are you […]
47. Navigating Grief Throughout Caregiving: Six Essential Tips / Alzheimer’s and Other Dementias
Grief in caregiving doesn’t wait until our loved one is gone. It’s with us throughout the entire journey — sometimes like a wave that knocks us down. Grief is teaching us lessons we never expected to learn. We are Sue Ryan and Nancy Treaster. As caregivers for our loved ones with Alzheimer’s and other types […]
46. Later On: The Final Phase of Your Dementia Caregiving Journey — Steps 18–20
“In this stage, caregiving actually in some areas becomes easier because we’re now in control. We’re not struggling with them. We’ve just taken it over. On the other hand, it’s harder in some areas.” Sue Ryan and Nancy Treaster Have you reached the point where you’re now fully responsible for your loved one’s care and safety? […]