About the series: According to Elisabeth Kübler-Ross’s model, there are five stages of grief: denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance. While this model explains the grief cycle based on bereavement, we’re going to explore how loved ones and those with Alzheimer’s navigate the cycle as the disease progresses. Last week we talked about anger (click […]
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About the series: According to Elisabeth Kübler-Ross’s model, there are five stages of grief: denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance. While this model explains the grief cycle based on bereavement, we’re going to explore how loved ones and those with Alzheimer’s navigate the cycle as the disease progresses. Last week we talked about denial (click […]
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About the series: According to Elisabeth Kübler-Ross’s model, there are five stages of grief: denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance. While this model explains the grief cycle based on bereavement, our blogs in this 5-part series will use a blend of testimonies and facts to help you understand the impact of the stages in the […]
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Dementia is a sad disease, there’s no question about it. Because there’s no cure, it requires creativity, patience, and love. As difficult as it is to accept, it also requires some timely decision-making. As people take the time to accept the reality of a dementia diagnosis, the clock is ticking. Families often share with us […]
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Introducing the Longest Day Blog Series So many thoughts come to mind when you hear the words “Alzheimer’s disease.” If you’ve been recently diagnosed, or you’re supporting a loved one who has it, you already know that it’s tricky to process the myriad of feelings it brings. Terminal illnesses can send you feet-first into an […]
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Bruce Willis’ recent diagnosis of frontotemporal dementia has hit the airwaves. This is incredibly sad news for him and his family. While dementia is very complex and heartbreaking, we’re grateful that his family is raising awareness! More conversations outside of the Hollywood scene about dementia could lead to an increased number of people being […]
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We’re all taught from a young age not to lie. You can probably remember breaking this rule as a child and how badly you felt about it. When supporting someone with memory loss, however, not reorienting them that they’ve lost their loved ones, pets, car, home, etc. can preserve their peace. With a diagnosis like […]
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Each year, December 5th marks National Bathtub Party Day! A warm, relaxing bath or shower to wash away all your worries sounds wonderful–or does it? As we age, bathing/showering, or not, can both present risks. The obvious danger of slipping and falling probably comes to mind, but not washing up also causes problems. Read […]
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Receiving a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia is never easy—it’s life-changing for the affected individual and his or her family and friends. Deciding to move a loved one to a memory care community can be especially difficult and overwhelming. Below are some tips and information for communicating with a loved one […]
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Choosing the right time to move is never easy. But what’s more difficult, and potentially dangerous, is waiting too long! The timing between someone receiving a memory loss diagnosis and the point they require 24-hour support varies greatly. While there’s no textbook answer on when to make the move, safety must be considered sooner rather […]
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