“I can’t remember anything anymore!” complains an overworked, busy mom. “No, I didn’t forget, you never told me” says the elderly husband to his wife. Both these people are forgetful, but the situations are entirely different. What each represents and how they are addressed varies, but are also somewhat alike. Let me explain. Friends and … Read more
Happy June-ahh, the lazy days of summer are here. But for those with memory issues and/or various dementia forms including Alzheimer’s, the day on the calendar doesn’t mean much. It’s just another long day of trying to do what used to seem so easy, worrying about what may have been forgotten or struggling to keep up … Read more
Spring has sprung (or at least is trying!). Do you smell new grass and flowers growing or sneezing too much with allergies? Spring’s arrival means more than warmer and longer days. It can impact our memories. A sunny spring day can improve our mood, motivation and memories. We smell the cut grass, the flowers budding and feel … Read more
Remember the song Cat’s in the Cradle by Harry Chapin? I realize I’m dating myself but I was reminded of the song as I connected with people I care about this last weekend. The message of the song is about making time for those that we love. Life is about connection and relationships. No matter … Read more
I am so thrilled Julianne Moore won a Golden Globe for her role in the film Still Alice! The movie is based on a book of the same name by Lisa Genova and I highly recommend the book to anyone who wants to better understand living with early onset Alzheimer’s disease. It is my sincere hope and … Read more
It’s a hustle, bustle week of prepping the big feast, traveling and eating differently than normal. Most of us welcome or take these changes to our schedule and routines in stride. However, that isn’t always the case for older adults, especially those with memory issues. This week as you connect with your family and friends, … Read more