Summertime and Alzheimer's
The Alzheimer's Caregiver Podcast
Summertime can be a welcome relief from the cold of winter. But for someone with Alzheimer’s, summer can pose some serious issues caregivers need to be aware of. In this episode, we examine some of these concerns and how the hot summer weather can affect your loved one.
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How a Pharmacist Can Help With Medication Management - Part 2
The Alzheimer's Caregiver Podcast
Managing your loved one’s medications is one of the most important topics for caregivers to be aware of as Alzheimer’s progresses and their memory fades away. In this episode series, we discuss ways to avoid medication issues with a pharmacy professional.
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How a Pharmacist Can Help With Medication Management - Part 1
The Alzheimer's Caregiver Podcast
Managing your loved one’s medications is one of the most important topics for caregivers to be aware of as Alzheimer’s progresses and their memory fades away. In this episode series, we discuss ways to avoid medication issues with a pharmacy professional.
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Do They Need To Know They Have Alzheimer's?
The Alzheimer's Caregiver Podcast
Does your loved one with Alzheimer’s need to know they have the disease? Will the knowledge improve their happiness, safety and lifestyle? In this episode, we discuss the issues surrounding this in order to help you make the right decision.
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When They Forget Their Health Conditions
The Alzheimer's Caregiver Podcast
Caregivers are often surprised that their loved one no longer remembers their health and medical condition. In this episode, we look at the issues that arise when they cannot manage their own health care and treatments.
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Apathy And Alzheimer's
The Alzheimer's Caregiver Podcast
Caregivers often comment that their loved one with Alzheimer’s doesn’t do anything anymore. They find it surprising that a once active person now spends their time doing nothing - or very little. This episode looks at apathy and provides you with insight to help you help your loved one.
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Ten Helpful Tips For Caregivers
The Alzheimer's Caregiver Podcast
In this episode, we look at ten helpful and very important tips for caregivers. Since many “tips” resources focus on the Alzheimer’s person, I thought it would be helpful to look at ways to provide important information to YOU, the caregiver.
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Planning For The Inevitable Future
The Alzheimer's Caregiver Podcast
Caregivers often approach caregiving on a day-to-day basis. But as Alzheimer’s progresses, planning for the inevitable future becomes increasingly important. This episode looks at things caregivers should plan for earlier rather than later.
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My Personal Note To Caregivers
The Alzheimer's Caregiver Podcast
This episode is a personal note to you, the caregiver. After speaking with thousands of caregivers over the years, I wanted to share my thoughts, observations, and reflections on caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s.
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Why Your Reality Conflicts With Their Reality
The Alzheimer's Caregiver Podcast
When you communicate with someone with Alzheimer’s, you will need to change and adapt your communications to the reality of that person not to cause agitation. This episode looks at typical situations where you must go to THEIR reality and not yours.
info_outlineSafety for your loved one with Alzheimer’s is a primary objective for you as a caregiver. This episode focuses on safety issues with regard to you, the caregiver. Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s requires that you are in the best health condition as possible, and be proactive in your own safety and health.