Deanna Lueckenotte
Alzheimer’s book author, consultant
Deanna Lueckenotte is the author of "Alzheimer's Days Gone By: For Those Caring for Their Loved Ones." She plans to continue publishing books related to Alzheimer's and caregivers. She would also like to continue her education by obtaining her doctorate in geriatrics.
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For long-distance caregivers whose parents reside in senior living facilities, frequent in-person visits aren’t always an option. So, how can you manage their care from afar and avoid feeling guilty about not being there more often?
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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.
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It is very difficult to care for one parent with dementia, but to have two parents with dementia and to be taking on this task alone is very overwhelming and a daunting task.
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As Alzheimer's disease progresses, your loved one may need more care than you can provide. Your options range from home health care and adult day care, to assisted living and nursing homes with specialized Alzheimer's care units.
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Holidays can impact elders with Alzheimer's and dementia. The interruption in normal routine and the flurry of activity can be particularly stressful for people with dementia. Reducing agitation during holidays can be tough, but not impossible.
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A caregiver's perspective on when you should (and shouldn't) tell someone they have Alzheimer's disease.
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How do you respect an elderly loved one who has dementia? Start by remembering why you love and respect them.
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Spotting health problems, such as the common cold or a urinary tract infection, can be difficult in a senior with dementia when they can't communicate their symptoms.
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With more and more people being diagnosed with dementia, the question becomes: How do we make society (and our communities) more dementia-friendly?
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Caring for aging and ill loved ones does not come naturally to everyone. As a young woman, I did not fully understand dementia and I dreaded visiting my grandmother at her nursing home. It is my hope that other families can learn from the mistakes I made.
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Choosing the right memory care community for a loved one with dementia can be daunting. There are many things to consider, but here's why you should always take size into account when making your decision.
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There are many ways to learn how to be a better dementia caregiver, but perhaps the most informative are in-person educational experiences that include role-playing exercises.
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The amount and type of Alzheimer's care training that health care professionals receive varies, depending on where their job description and where they work.