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Articles by Team AlzLive
Article: Money
Money Advice is Low-Hanging Fruit
by TEAM ALZLIVE
You may be surprised by the amount and quality of free financial advice available to seniors. While there is a lot of information to sort through there are plenty of qualified people available to help. You can take to the web and do your own research or obtain the services of a personal financial advisor.…
Article: Activities
How Swimming Strengthens The Body And Mind
by TEAM ALZLIVE
A long day at the beach. Hours spent splashing in the backyard pool. A refreshing morning swim. Many of us have positive memories associated with swimming. But the activity isn’t solely for the young. In recent years, researchers and long-term care providers have begun to test how swimming can help…
Article: United States
Silver alert: the lost ... and the found
by TEAM ALZLIVE
When a loved one with Alzheimer’s goes missing, it’s a cruel moment for the family. In early April, the Los Angeles Daily News reported that the LAPD was seeking the public’s help in locating a 79-year-old Northridge woman who suffers from Alzheimer’s disease and was last seen Friday evening,…
Article: Fitness
How Holistic Exercise Helps
by TEAM ALZLIVE
A new study, published in the Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies, suggests that patients with dementia can benefit from a holistic exercise program. By combining the elements of yoga, tai chi, qigong and meditation, researchers from Teesside University in the U.K. helped dementia patients…
Article: Happiness
80-odd years of happy
by TEAM ALZLIVE
Residents and staff at the Diana Isaac Retirement Village in Christchurch, New Zealand, combined their many talents to come up with this brilliant video tribute. 80-odd years of happy involves 60 residents and staff members strutting their stuff to Pharrell…
Article: Websites
Canada Resource Directory for alzheimer's help
by TEAM ALZLIVE
Holidays are often the time when family members discover that a relative has symptoms of Alzheimer's. Don't rush to emergency. Call for help and suggestions here, first. The following is a comprehensive shortlist of sites and helplines across Canada. If you or someone you know has just been diagnosed,…
Article: Caregiving
Beef Up Calories
by TEAM ALZLIVE
Beefing up calories, for those in later stages of Alzheimer's. Use cream to add calories, fat and vitamins A, D, E and B2 (riboflavin). Stir cream into oatmeal, soup, milky desserts, sauces and hot drinks. It can also top desserts. High-fat yogurts, and cheeses like full-fat cream cheese or mascarpone,…
Article: Books
Hate wordiness... but need answers to your qs?
by TEAM ALZLIVE
This is the number one book for you. Memoirs, how-to's, novels about Alzheimer's are published seemingly daily. But if you want a book that is simple and direct, try The Alzheimer's Answer Book: Professional Answers to More Than 250 Questions about Alzheimer's and Dementia. Written by Charles Atkins,…
Article: Websites
Alzheimer’s Resources for the United States
by TEAM ALZLIVE
We've compiled a list of Alzheimer's societies and organizations within the United States. The following links will help you navigate the various services and resources available: Alzheimer’s Helplines Helplines provide reliable, confidential information to assist those with memory loss and their…
Article: Websites
Alzheimer's Associations - Midwest
by TEAM ALZLIVE
The following is a list of Alzheimer’s Associations within the midwest United States. These chapters are a wealth of resources, education and caregiver information. They can make your life easier and help you back on the caregiving path. The Alzheimer’s Association Founded…
Article: Websites
Alzheimer's Helplines
by TEAM ALZLIVE
The following is a list of Alzheimer's helplines within the United States: These helplines can accommodate 170 languages and dialects. The Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline: 1.800.272.3900 Alzheimer’s Foundation of American Hotline: 866.232.8484 225 N. Michigan Ave., Fl. 17 Chicago, IL 60601-7633…
Article: Websites
Alzheimer's Message Boards
by TEAM ALZLIVE
Here are a couple of Alzheimer's Message Boards in the United States, but there are lots more. Tell us if you've found a great one. Email to Info@Alzlive.com Alzheimer’s Association (U.S.) Message Board Dementia Caregiver Forum #8230;
Article: Websites
Alzheimer's Associations - West
by TEAM ALZLIVE
The following is a list of Alzheimer’s Associations within the western United States. These chapters are a wealth of resources, education and caregiver information. They can make your life easier and help you back on the caregiving path. The Alzheimer’s Association Founded…
Article: United States
Did Robin Williams have Lewy Body?
by TEAM ALZLIVE
According to the New York Daily News, a study of his brain tissue suggested Robin Williams "suffered from 'diffuse Lewy body dementia.'" This is a condition that frequently leads to Parkinsonian motor symptoms, depression and hallucination, an autopsy and toxicology report said. Read more about Lewy…
Article: Caregiving
Preventing Agitation
by TEAM ALZLIVE
People with dementia may, at times, seem quite agitated. They will seem restless, they can be repetitive, or they may act aggressively. All of these are extremely upsetting or irritating behaviors for the caregiver. According to the Mayo Clinic and others, these agitations or restless behaviors may…
Article: Caregiving
Keeping Cool
by TEAM ALZLIVE
Tips for keeping cool: Encourage your loved one to drink more fluids than usual, but avoid tea, coffee and alcoholic beverages. Avoid the outdoors during the hottest times of day (from 11 am to 4 pm). Drive as close as possible to the doors of buildings you are travelling to in order to avoid long walks…
Article: Community
Alzheimer's Publications
by TEAM ALZLIVE
The following is a list of Alzheimer's publications within the United States: care ADvantage Magazine care Advantage presents dementia-specific issues to caregivers of people with Alzheimer’s disease and related illnesses. It is published…
Article: Community
Memory Cafés - Midwest
by TEAM ALZLIVE
These special gatherings are designed for people in the early stages of Alzheimer’s to share memories, music, and fun with caregivers, spouses, family members. In addition to great social interaction, information about Alzheimer’s disease and Association support services is also made available.…
Article: Caregiving
"I want to go home"
by TEAM ALZLIVE
Quick tips for when your charge pleads, "I want to go home!" Don’t argue: Don’t tell your loved one they “are at home” or “can’t go home.” This will make them feel more confused or agitated. Distract: Change the subject, start a new activity, offer them a cup of tea. Tell them you’ll…
Article: Community
Memory Cafés - West
by TEAM ALZLIVE
The buzz is spreading, from Europe to the United States: Welcome to a cafe style environment geared towards people diagnosed with Early Alzheimer’s disease and/or related dementias, their care partners as well as those who worry about memory problems. The cafes provide a friendly atmosphere where…
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Anger and Resentment
by TEAM ALZLIVE
Guest: My story is a multi faceted one starting with mom and I sharing a home and because of that sibling jealousy, then moms diagnosis of Alzheimers, stress from siblings accusations and aggressive behavior from mom. In the end mom and I very abruptly forced to sell our home and then mom going to a…