We Need Your Help!

Dear Caregiving Family,Mom and I need your help.Mom’s partner has decided they don’t want me or mom here anymore.At the time of writing this blog post, mom’s “in-law’s” are here no packing up mom’s things.I called the cops. No help!I need to file guardianship of mom. Guardianship is NOT cheap!Apparently, this rummage was planned 2 …
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Endorsements

So, I thought it was about time to put this post up. I have been meaning to for a while, but, ya know…life…caregiving…health issues… Anyway, I have been getting more requests for endorsements and product reviews. I wanted to give you all guidelines or bulleted points, so we can save each other’s time. Know your …
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Caregiving Through Grief

If you are a caregiver for someone with dementia or any kind of terminal illness, chances are you have experienced some form of grief. I know I have…it’s extremely difficult…and it hurts in ways that words don’t suffice. There are two main types of grief caregivers experience: Ambiguous Grief Anticipatory Grief Let’s talk about what …
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New Alzheimer’s research a positive sign, but solution a long way off, says Manitoba society

The Alzheimer Society of Manitoba says the new blood test being developed is a long way from being ready for clinical use, so people should temper their expectations. New Alzheimer’s research a positive sign, but solution a long way off, says Manitoba society

Happy New Year 2021

Hey everyone, HAPPY NEW YEAR!! HAPPY NEW YEAR! 🙂 I’m sorry it’s taken me so long to get this post up! Life has been extremely hectic! I hope you all had a wonderful and safe holiday season! Whew! What a year 2020 was, huh? Hopefully, this year we can get things under control and get …
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Unsolicited Advice

A rant post about dealing with friends and family who don’t understand our roles as caregivers and the stresses we are under!

I Wanna Go Home

What happens when a loved one with dementia says, “I wanna go home?”