My father, Martin Avadian, was born overseas in 1910. Two years after his father died, at age ten, he and his mother came to the United States by boat. They processed through Ellis Island and moved in with his aunt until his mother remarried and had two more sons. Over the years, much changed in the[...]
Maintaining dignity with dementia. This is what struck me while I viewed this video from The Alzheimer’s Disease Foundation Malaysia (ADFM). Sometimes, it takes a different culture to help us see what’s possible in order to reaffirm what we’re doing or even stretch our boundaries. [...]
When I began as a caregiver for my father who was initially diagnosed with dementia and then with probable Alzheimer’s, few people spoke publicly about caregiving and dementia. Dementia and Caregiving in the 1990s Family caregivers during the nineties rarely shared their experiences beyond a s[...]
A Bedtime Story – Finding the JOY in Caregiving for one with Alzheimer’s Guest story by Marion Riley My husband, Don, was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease in 1992. Don was sixty-seven years old and we had been married for forty-six years. We had many happy years together, we traveled a[...]
It’s NEVER too LATE to accomplish anything in life. Look at the AMAZING ACCOMPLISHMENTS of these folks. Over fifty and what an inspiration! Caregivers, remember, it’s never too late… until it’s TOO LATE! While blood courses through your veins, LIVE your LIFE with fewer regret[...]
Meet your care recipient where s/he is. Remembering what you learned about your loved one’s disease or illness (Caregiver Tip #1) and with strength from support from other caregivers (Caregiver Tip #2), connect with your care recipient by meeting him/her where s/he is. If she’s happy, sm[...]
Among the Caregiver Tips, I’ll be sharing during the year; consider this a Bonus Caregiver Tip. BONUS Caregiver TIP: ASK QUESTIONS even if you think you know the answer. Even if you know the answer, ask the question. Life is constantly changing and what we believe is the right thing to do one[...]
Tips for Transitioning Seniors with Cognitive Disorders Guest article by Chris Semen There comes a time when our elder loved ones need to consider a home transition–whether it’s relocating to a smaller home or downsizing to an independent assisted living community. Late-life transitions [...]
Lose something? Use Click ‘n Dig Smart RF Item Finder Guest Reviewer Eric M. Riddle A clever device and well made. The Click ‘n Dig! comes in a compact package featuring six RF Receivers (three key rings, three thin plates), one RF Transmitter, and one set of EXTRA batteries. Instructio[...]
IF, at times, you fear you’re getting dementia, remember this–in two days we’re creating as much information as we created from the dawn of time until 2003, according to former Google CEO, Eric Schmidt. But it’s all too much! We’re awash in so much information, that we&[...]
Transforming Healthcare for Seniors and their Caregivers through Technology Guest Article by Kimberly O’Loughlin Today’s health care environment can be confusing and complex for seniors and their families. As seniors age and their health conditions progress, often their adult children who step in as[...]
