Caring for a Mother with Alzheimer's Disease

Having a mother with Alzheimer's present a host of challenges for the caregiver. Memory loss is only the beginning when your mother has Alzheimer's. Wandering, aggression, mood swings, Sundowner's Syndrome, and trouble caring for themselves are all issues associated with a mother with Alzheimer's. Get the support you need, at AgingCare.com

Q&A with the Experts on Mother With Alzheimer's

My mother with dementia is "my shadow." How do I get her to stop following me all day long?
If your parent is following you around the house all day, the dementia could be progressing, or they need more social interaction with other people.
Mom has Dementia and Talks to Deceased Relatives. What do I do?
When a person with dementia or Alzheimer's talks to dead family members or relatives, they are recalling happier times...but it might be time to bring in some expert help.
My elderly mother tries to control my life like I'm still a teenager. What can I do?
You need the "Jacqueline Marcell emotional shield." Put it on every day, and then don't let anything she says bother you; all negativity has to bounce right off.
Can anti-depressants be taken at the same time as Alzheimer's medicine?
Since there are so many anti-depressants available, why gamble with one that might reduce the effectiveness of the dementia medication?
How can I get my spouse to be more understanding of mom's Alzheimer's?
It is best to approach your husband with facts and information if he isn't being sensitive and understanding of your mother's Alzheimer's disease.
Dad's Sense of Reality is Gone. What Do I Do?
When your elderly parent has dementia or Alzheimer's enter you father's reality wherever he may be. What your father is thinking and feeling is his reality. It is counterproductive to change it.
My mother wants all my time and attention. How do I handle it and still have my own life?
It’s about boundaries. Start setting reasonable but strict limits of when you can be available and when you can’t, and don’t allow yourself to be manipulated.

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