The Caregivers Voice



Knowledge, support, and humor for caregivers for people with dementia.




Caregiver TIPS

Clouds of doubt over a family's home
To test or not to test. Do you really want to know? What are the consequences of genetic testing and a test for Alzheimer's?[...]

Inspiration for Caregivers

Brenda Avadian happy enjoying Porto's Bakery
Arthur Brooks gives us tips on how to invest in seven-life areas in order to maximize our return on our investment in our "Happiness 401(k)s".[...]

The Caregiver's Voice VIDEO Channel

AARP article and Singer Tony Bennett's photo - diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease
Singer, Tony Bennett was diagnosed with Alzheimer's and at age 94 can still sing the songs he's sung during his 70-year career. Includes video and article.[...]


Avadian's Musings

Peace Train Yusuf-Cat Stevens
Caregiver, 50 years ago, our nation was divided and music touched our hearts to unify our nation and the world, starting with Cat Stevens' Peace Train.[...]

Caregiver Humor

Rx for Laughter
Caregiver take a five-minute respite with a cup of coffee, tea, or ??? and enjoy these jokes. Laughter is the best medicine. A smile is better than a frown.[...]

The Caregiver's Voice REVIEW

Cover of Tips for Aging at Home by Laura Gitlin, et al The Caregiver's Voice Book Review
With more of us wanting to age at home, four authors offer tips to help us think about and prepare to safely manage activities of daily living and more.[...]

VOICES with Dementia

Minna Packer featured in Voices with dementia
Artist, Filmmaker, Wife, Mother, Fulbright Scholar, and Daughter of Holocaust survivors, Minna Packer was getting disoriented and anxious when the doctors (and she) thought she was[...]

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