Sacramento daughter walks to honor her mom’s legacy
With a family history of dementia, it was no surprise when Joyce started showing signs of dementia. Her daughter Melissa took over care for her mom and asked her to move in with her....
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San Francisco man helps mother navigate new life with dementia
Frank, a San Francisco resident, is a caregiver for his mother who lives on the other side of the world in Berlin, Germany. Through the help of technology and a very supportive local community...
Life after Alzheimer’s: One couple’s new lease on life
Betty MacDonald and Dave Morley were recently married in March of 2022. They have known each other since 2009 when they both joined an Alzheimer’s Association® support group. At the time both were married...
Hispanic family keeps promise to care for mom in her own home
In 2019, Birdie’s mother Margarita was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. At the same time, her mother-in-law was also living with the disease. While her husband was caring for his own mother, Birdie moved in...
Caring for three family members with dementia: Couple finds strength from support group
By Kerry Larkey, MSN, RN In celebration of Family Caregivers Month, the Alzheimer’s Association® recognizes and honors the essential contributions of caregivers across the nation, including Wendie and Hank Wu. After caring for not...
Hispanic caregiver finds support from Alzheimer’s Association
Rosa Alonso thought her mother’s forgetfulness was just a sign of normal aging. When her mother was diagnosed in 2014 with dementia, Rosa didn’t know what that meant. It wasn’t until several years later,...
Younger-onset dementia caregivers share the importance of support groups
Dawn, Steve and Kevan are all caring for someone who was diagnosed with dementia under the age of 65. The three caregivers share their unique perspectives on caregiving and why joining a support group...
Bay Area spouse caregiver shares tips and resources for new family caregivers
In honor of National Caregivers Month, Bob Harley shares his experience caring for his wife who had Alzheimer’s disease. He shares the importance of education and the tips and tricks he learned that can...
