What we all must understand is that studies are studies. They are about statistics and they generalize. They are necessary, but one study doesn't make a truth. And every one of us can point to exceptions to nearly any study we hear or read about. Read more →

For most of us, it's difficult to bring up these subjects. I advise involving a third part when it comes to driving issues, as that's extremely touchy, and few adult children get through it without help - at least unscathed. Read more →

their loved one is unwilling to allow the caregiver to come into their home." Read more →

After we find out that a loved one has Alzheimer’s disease (or any other disease) it’s only natural to research it. What can we expect and when can we expect it? Read more →

Elderly people are most definitely at an increased risk for problems related to the use of prescription drugs, nonprescription (or over-the-counter) medicines, and herbal or other alternative medicines." Read more →

This type of "sticky" protein plaque build-up is a hallmark of Alzheimer's disease. It also characterizes brain illnesses such as Huntington's disease and "mad cow" disease. Read more →

I'm all for this technology. However, in another post I wrote awhile back for OurAlzhiemers.com, I mentioned one caveat about the new technology. In the post "Technology: How Big A Role Does It Play In Caregiving?" Read more →

The mother, in her 80s, suffered from Alzheimer's disease, likely mid to late stage. Her daughter, in her early 60s, was the caregiver. The two lived alone in a neighborhood where most people were gone during the day. This was, indeed, a case of caregiver isolation, perhaps more extreme than most. Read more →

Many large employers are struggling with the obligation to cover the rising medical costs of retirees, but last year officials in Michigan found a way to save at least $40 million on care for retired teachers and other public-school workers: Send the bills to Washington." Read more →

They are finding out that older patients need to be cared for differently than the young. Imagine! They are being taught about the whole life cycle, including how to handle that culturally taboo word - death. Read more →