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Mom stating over and over I'm going to get in trouble.
I know my Mom has dementia but often when I visit her she just keeps saying "I am going to get into trouble" - "You don't know these people". I do know several people that work at that nursing home…
Vicky Whitford
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2 yrs ago
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Barney Citi
4 mths ago
Dementia, Alzheimers & Senior Care
Help Spread the Word - Caregiver Research
Are you, or do you know a caregiver of someone with Alzheimer's or probable Alzheimer's? The National Institute of Aging has funded a nationwide, online study focused on caregiver well-being.…
Jennifer Vasconcellos
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Frank Rust
1 yr ago
Dementia, Alzheimers & Senior Care
Online movement program for person with dementia and care partner
A new online movement program funded by the National Institute of Health is being tested for people with dementia and their care partners. Check it out to see if you can participate! https:…
Jennifer Vasconcellos
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Jennifer Vasconcellos
2 yrs ago
Dementia, Alzheimers & Senior Care
Is Alzheimers terminal?
I have a friend who passed away after having Alzheimers for only a couple of years. i didn't know her very well, but i heard she died from Alzheimers. Is this true?…
Betty Hayner
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2 yrs ago
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Jennifer Vasconcellos
2 yrs ago
Dementia, Alzheimers & Senior Care
Family Member Doesn't Understand
My brother does not understand about sundowning and basically much of anything about what is happening to our mother and her husband. (I will use SF for stepfather) My brother does not get the…
Lori Tankersley
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3 yrs ago
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Debbie Anon
3 yrs ago
Dementia, Alzheimers & Senior Care
Positive emotion building skills for caregivers of people with Alzheimer's
Researchers at University of California, San Francisco and Northwestern University (Chicago) are testing a program for adult family caregivers of people with Alzheimer's Disease.…
Jennifer Vasconcellos
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3 yrs ago
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Jennifer Vasconcellos
3 yrs ago
Dementia, Alzheimers & Senior Care
My mom thinks assisted living staff is stealing
My mom calls me every day to tell me that someone came into her room and stole something even her key from around her wrist. She thought that someone stole her glasses and moved them to another spot…
Dawn Jones
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3 yrs ago
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Julie Westcott
3 yrs ago
Dementia, Alzheimers & Senior Care
Adaptive PJs: The perfect solution for those with Alzheimer's
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Cheryl Sanborn Boyer
5 yrs ago
Dementia, Alzheimers & Senior Care
scared
my mother has dementia and is 91 years old. She keeps crying out I'm scared someone help me. We soothe are and tell her that she is safe but does it for hours on end.
rose delgrande
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3 yrs ago
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Sherri Hedger
3 yrs ago
Dementia, Alzheimers & Senior Care
Severe Sleep Issues
My FIL hasn't slept in 2-1/2 days and that is with his sleep meds. I have tried melatonin, trazadone and have even given him his xanax which is only as needed basis. He is so out of it right now.…
Sandra Armstrong
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3 yrs ago
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Sherri Hedger
3 yrs ago
Dementia, Alzheimers & Senior Care
Falls
my husband has not walked in 8 months but he thinks he can. He falls about everyday. how do you stop a behavior that can end him in the hospital.
Kathryn Anderson
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3 yrs ago
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Sara L Babineaux
3 yrs ago
Dementia, Alzheimers & Senior Care
Is There a Better Solution Than Moving My Dad?
I received an email from the administrator of the facility in which my dad resides. She indicated we need to have a conversation about moving my dad over to the cbrf side.…
Linda Reetz
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4 yrs ago
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Scott Kostka
4 yrs ago
Dementia, Alzheimers & Senior Care
Caring for Elder Disabled Parent When You are Disabled Yourself
My mom has had MS for over 50 years. I have stage 4 COPD. My mom lives in assisted living, and I am responsible for taking care of her finances, being the liason with the AL facility, etc. etc.…
Debbie Martin
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Betty Deithorn
4 yrs ago
Dementia, Alzheimers & Senior Care
Memory Care Facilities
Anybody have anything to say about loved ones in Memory Care Units? Good or Bad? 💗
Cynthia Shamy
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4 yrs ago
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Kathy Hatfield
4 yrs ago
Dementia, Alzheimers & Senior Care
Mom has delusions,
My mom has Alzheimer's/dementia, diagnosed 3months ago she thinks people keep coming and living in her home. She is very sad and depressed over this. Also she just lost her husband in August.…
Kerri Leventry
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Debi Thomas
5 yrs ago
Dementia, Alzheimers & Senior Care
Frontotemporal dementia?
Any advice for people with frontotemporal dementia?
Dora Morrill
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sue
5 yrs ago
Dementia, Alzheimers & Senior Care
New online caregiver program
Free program funded by National Institute on Aging Check it out! https://redcap.case.edu/surveys/?s=PCC8ACYMAXDNPL9C
Jennifer Vasconcellos
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2 mths ago
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What’s the Difference Between Alzheimer's and Dementia?
Alzheimer's disease and dementia are related but distinct terms often used interchangeably, which can lead to confusion. However, they have important differences: Definition: Dementia:…
Betty Mills
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People Helping People.
bEttymills
7 mths ago
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How can you help a patient with dementia?
There are several ways to help a person with dementia: Provide a safe and familiar environment: Help the person with dementia feel safe by minimizing any changes to their environment.…
Betty Mills
Moderator
People Helping People.
bEttymills
1 yr ago
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What are the causes of dementia ?
Dementia is caused by damage to brain cells. This damage interferes with the ability of brain cells to communicate with each other, leading to a decline in cognitive function.…
Betty Mills
Moderator
People Helping People.
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1 yr ago
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Diapering
What to do with a dementia patient that constantly takes of soiled diapers and smears feces everywhere and does not want to get cleaned up?
Franziska Coleman
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2 yrs ago
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Help with getting care
Mom is 90 and lost her memory bout 3 months ago. Also won’t eat, medicate,drink water. Lost 20 lbs in 20 days. She pulls together for general practicioner.…
Gordon Littleton
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2 yrs ago
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How to get someone with onset of dementia to see a doctor?
My husband and I believe that his mother has the on set of dementia. She doesn’t remember where any one in the family lives. And she doesn’t really drive because she says she doesn’t remember how to…
Jennifer David Woodward
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2 yrs ago
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Dementia day care for local patients allowing safe haven and respite for caregivers
Looking for guidance in establishing a day care facility for dementia patients. What is required for staffing? what physical requirements are needed for their safe care?…
John R Smith
John_R_Smith
2 yrs ago
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Daycare for spouse
Wanting to establish local daycare center for dementia patients
John R Smith
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2 yrs ago
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