Posted from I am an Alzheimer's Caregiver 11 days ago
Alzheimer's : Caregivers
It is my belief that most Alzheimer's caregivers come to the job with a strong and deeply embedded desire to care. From: http://ping.fm/umADn This is a content summary. Full text and more on I am an Alzheimer's Caregiver. (original story)
Posted from I am an Alzheimer's Caregiver 11 days ago
Alzheimer's : Caregivers
Researchers have found a link between common infections, such as a cold, stomach bug or urine infection and an increase in inflammation like reactions in the brain which lead to an increased rate of cognitive decline. Study results show that people who got an infection had twice the rate of cognitiv... (original story)
Posted from I am an Alzheimer's Caregiver 20 days ago
Alzheimer's : Caregivers
If you are the Chosen One you will be reborn, you will be reborn as an Alzheimer's caregiver. When the fog clears, you'll assume your new role. For most of us, this will be the greatest challenge of our lives. We rise to the occasion. How do you explain our ability to rise up, out, and above ourselv... (original story)
Posted from I am an Alzheimer's Caregiver 29 days ago
Alzheimer's : Caregivers
Adopting a positive mindset. I have a good idea of how I rewired my brain over time. I know how I did it. As I think about this, I am also reminded of the enormous amount of negative feelings and thoughts I had before I found the path to joy. The burden when you receive the verdict, dementia,... (original story)
Posted from I am an Alzheimer's Caregiver 36 days ago
Alzheimer's : Caregivers
A popular myth is that urinary tract infections burn and because of this a person who is deeply forgetful can tell you they have a UTI. This is not true. By Bob DeMarco Alzheimer's Reading Room E Coli Bacteria Yes, there is such a thing as a silent urinary tract infection. Silent means ... (original story)
Posted from I am an Alzheimer's Caregiver 36 days ago
Alzheimer's : Caregivers
Economics This Week’s Data The International Council of Shopping Centers reported weekly sales of major retailers were up 0.5% versus the prior week and up 4.5% versus the comparable period a year ago; Redbook Research reported month to date retail chain store sales up 0.8% versus the simila... (original story)
Posted from I am an Alzheimer's Caregiver 36 days ago
Alzheimer's : Caregivers
The goal of the Alzheimer's Reading Room is to Educate, sometimes Entertain, and Empower Alzheimer's caregivers, their families, and the entire Alzheimer's community. Please consider using the blue Google+ 1 Button above after reading this article. At the Alzheimer's Reading Room, we offer "real l... (original story)
Posted from I am an Alzheimer's Caregiver 43 days ago
Alzheimer's : Caregivers
Looking back, there is little doubt in my mind that if I had the proper education or information, I would have realized my mother was suffering from dementia sooner. By Bob DeMarco Alzheimer's Reading Room Bob DeMarco Most people tend to miss the early signs of Alzheimer's prefering ... (original story)
Posted from I am an Alzheimer's Caregiver 52 days ago
Alzheimer's : Caregivers
For several years, I tortured myself psychologically and emotionally. To this day I look back and ask myself, why?By Bob DeMarco Alzheimer's Reading Room Saint Genesius Alzheimer's is a sinister disease. It robs the patient of the ability to remember, to think, and effects mood and behavior of... (original story)
Posted from I am an Alzheimer's Caregiver 52 days ago
Alzheimer's : Caregivers
Did it every occur to you that you are the problem? By Bob DeMarco Alzheimer's Reading Room Most dementia caregivers accept the word "No" from the deeply forgetful. Then they turn around and vent about it to anyone that will listen. S/he says no all the time, they say. It is very co... (original story)