If You Don’t Ask, The Answer Will Always Be No
A post I wrote last month apparently hit a nerve in the caregiver community, so I thought I’d address the gist of these comments. It was about asking for help at holiday gatherings. As a caregiver who became used to doing it all, I stopped asking others for help. Why...Over 65? Compelling Reasons Why You Need Medicare Part D
When my father came to live with me, I was very impressed with his knowledge or his desire for knowledge about Medicare and its corresponding offerings. He may have had dementia, but he knew a LOT about medical coverage. Like many seniors, my Dad had approximately 7...Beyond 100 – What We Can Learn From People Who Pass the Century Mark (infographic)
My father always said that he was going to live to be 100. Only in the last 6 months did he seem to accept the fact that it wasn’t going to happen and it still makes me sad whenever I think about his dream not being realized. My mother, on the other hand, has a...Sweepstakes Fun From AARP!
I wanted to bring something a little fun to the table today and I was fortunate to be able to offer this new sweepstakes from AARP on the blog. It’s not only a sweepstakes but a chance to learn about brain health (something with which those of us who have ever...
Tips on Maintaining Intimacy With a Spouse Who Has Dementia
Tips on Maintaining Intimacy With a Spouse Who Has Dementia Guest post by David Virden It’s natural for couples to experience changes in their level of intimacy and sexuality over time, but when one partner develops dementia, the changes in physical and emotional...Connect With Me
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