A fond farewell from “Coach Laura”
Many have joined our staff to make an impact on a disease that has affected a family member. Laura Brooks has worked for the Alzheimer’s Association in our chapter’s development department since 2013....
Many have joined our staff to make an impact on a disease that has affected a family member. Laura Brooks has worked for the Alzheimer’s Association in our chapter’s development department since 2013....
by Michelle Johnston · Published May 4, 2018 · Last modified May 2, 2019
You can adjust your Mother’s Day traditions and find ways to celebrate. Cathy Maupin of Reno, Nevada, cares for her mother, Drusilla (known by her family as Dru). Dru has been living with Alzheimer’s...
Alzheimer's and dementia caregiver tips / Caregiving
by hdoneux · Published April 27, 2018 · Last modified January 9, 2019
How do you have that first conversation about your concerns? “I am concerned about memory lapses and confusion I’m seeing in my mother. How do I get her to agree to go to...
Busy caregivers can use smartphone apps or websites to find activities for their loved ones. We know that it can be hard to come up with new activities for your loved one with...
by Michelle Johnston · Published January 12, 2018 · Last modified August 6, 2018
English Translation La fiesta de cumpleaños de la abuela “Esa no es mi comida.” La abuela de 99 años de Alexandra Castillo Weisgerber, quien tiene demencia, se estaba divirtiendo en su fiesta de cumpleaños,...
Alzheimer's champions / Caregiving
by Michelle Johnston · Published December 22, 2017 · Last modified December 21, 2018
Before Cheryl Gross was born, her mother, Nadine Pike, used to pray she would one day have a daughter or son blessed with confidence and determination. She wanted to have someone strong by...
Spanish translation Grandma’s birthday party “That’s not my food.” Alexandra Castillo Weisgerber’s 99-year-old grandmother, who has dementia, was having fun at her birthday party – until dinner was served. Alexandra comes from a...
Emilie Sanders Lee has experienced Alzheimer’s disease twice in her family. In junior high, her grandfather started showing signs of dementia. Years later, Emilie’s mother, Debbie, was diagnosed with younger onset Alzheimer’s disease at...