The holidays can be a very difficult and stressful time of year for anyone, and this can be especially so for victims of dementia and their caregivers. There are lots …

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I facilitate a couple of support groups in Citrus County and one of the most frequently asked questions is, “When do I know it is time for my loved one …

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“Better” is something that every caregiver wants to be; to provide the best care they possibly can for their loved ones. It is a very overwhelming task, and as the …

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No matter where I am or what I am doing – support groups, workshops, or training – the same question always comes up. What is the difference between Alzheimer’s and …

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This is a topic that I am asked about frequently and is apt to be controversial. But it is important, because it is one of the most common problems in …

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Our last article was about “How do you know when it is time”. Underlying this whole discussion is the very difficult decision about how to care for your loved one, …

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I am often asked by caregivers “How do I know when it is time?” Is there a sign? If you are asking the question, it usually means it is time. …

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A friend of mine told me a story that illustrates some of the most important understandings about how to care for a person with dementia. He was a middle-aged man …

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On April 25, 2015, my new business Coping with Dementia LLC had its official debut and ribbon cutting at the Second Annual Dash for Dementia fund-raiser hosted by The Memory …

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I would like to take a moment to welcome you to my website site. I will be adding informational writings to this site regularly, so please check in often and …

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