Fading Memories

  As a caregiver, sometimes the frustration associated with trying to understand why Mom does what she does is overwhelming.  I know she has a brain disease, I do everything I can to learn everything there is to know. However, there are many days knowledge just doesn't help end the frustration. Listening to someone living with … Read More Read More

  Sitting in a state senators office is not where I would have thought I'd find myself 4 months ago. However, on Tuesday February 5th, 2019 that's exactly where I was. I was part of a team of 5 people asking our state government to support legislation that could save our state millions of dollars. … Read More Read More

  No one decides to become an Alzheimer's caregiver. Alzheimer’s disease creeps slowly into a person’s life but never retreats. Eventually, the individual’s memory fails in too many important areas, and someone must keep watch. Round-the-clock care is needed, and that invariably falls to the ones who care most—one’s partner or children. Becoming a caregiver … Read More Read More

Talking to kids about Alzheimer's is easier when you share the book “Weeds in Nana's Garden” with them. A beautifully illustrated and child inspired story that allows you to help them understand in a kid friendly way.

More than 10 million Millennials are providing unpaid care for a friend or relative. The SCAN Foundation has launched the campaign, #YouGiveACare? to assist them with a community of like minded people who are empowered by knowledge and taking on the responsibility of caring for a loved one.

Blue Hydrangeas is a beautiful novel with a truly important message. When a spouse has Alzheimer's we want to do everything we can. Sometimes, that requires rethinking our lives and getting creative.

We've all had the experience of not remembering. As we age some of us dismiss this as part of aging and some of us fear it's the first sign of Alzheimer's. How do we know who is right? Experts say that mild memory loss is normal as we age. Occasional forgetfulness does not mean you're … Read More Read More

A common caregiver struggle is the lack of support from family members.  Author Irene Olsen and I discussed potential solutions during our conversation on this episode.  Irene survived to be an Alzheimer’s caregiver…twice.  Her father, to whom her novel is dedicated, was the first family member. Then, Irenes' sister-in-law, diagnosed with mixed dementia a month after her … Read More Read More

Holidays are especially challenging for families caring for someone with Alzheimer's. Don't let holiday stress cause you issues this season. Read on for holiday survival tips for those caring for someone with Alzheimer's or other dementias.

Seniors and technology may be something you're unaware of but no longer!  Options for preserving your legacy and maintaining communication are discussed in this episode. Passing down material items with a Will and taking care of our loved ones' finances with Life Insurance are normal practices.  NOW you can take care of the whole person. … Read More Read More

People frequently joke that a forgetful moment must mean they're showing early signs & symptoms of Alzheimer's. Sometimes these “jokes” are disguising genuine concern. So, what exactly are the early signs & symptoms of Alzheimer's?

Caregiving is stressful. Receiving a gift that relives the stress or makes caregiving even a little bit easier will be greatly appreciated. Finding these types of gifts can be a challenge so we've provided a list for both the caregiver and person living with Alzheimer's.

Senior Delights is designed to supplement your ability to connect with and love that special senior in your life. The content is optimized to engage the minds and inspire the spirits of those elders who are being challenged with chronic disease, loneliness, decreased independence, or other age-related issues. This episode is a conversation with the … Read More Read More

Part 2 of my conversation on how a family created a “committee” to help Dad/Grandpa find a care community for their loved one. This conversation can be a blueprint for other families who are facing a similar challenge.

This episode is a conversation about how a family created a “committee” to help Dad/Grandpa find a care community for their loved one. This conversation can be a blueprint for other families who are facing a similar challenge.

Long distance caregiving is a situation that many adult children face. Finding a way to be an effective participant in a parents care when you're miles away is not impossible. Phone calls, handling paperwork, taxes are all items that can be handled from just about anywhere. (Thanks internet!) How else can we help our loved … Read More Read More

Sharing our journey is helpful to caregivers in  many ways. Sharing helps me feel less alone and  helps me care for Mom in better ways. Hearing other caregiver struggles and being able to help is also a big reason to share our journey.  This episode is all about talking about the months just prior to … Read More Read More

Join me in my conversation with Ann Campanella, author of the book Motherhood: Lost and Found. Ann’s’ book is an autobiography tracing her life after marriage, through several miscarriages, aging parents, and her mother’s decline with Alzheimer's disease. Ready to start a family, Ann was used to setting goals and accomplishing them. After being plunged into … Read More Read More

A shared episode with Psychology in Seattle podcast. We joined episodes to discuss how to talk to children about a family member who is suffering from memory loss. However, this episode contains a lot of other really helpful conversation.

Presenting part two of my advice conversation with Hailey and her Mom. We discussed the challenges associated with caring for a loved one with memory loss. Sharing advice is the best way caregivers can help each other and that's what you'll get in this episode. Listen to part 1 first because this episode picks up … Read More Read More