Common Alzheimer's Diagnosis Questions
The Alzheimer's Caregiver Podcast
There is so much to learn about Alzheimer's that it can be overwhelming for caregivers. This episode will focus on questions related to the diagnosis and address other early concerns associated with Alzheimer's disease.
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Should You Include Your Loved One In Decisions?
The Alzheimer's Caregiver Podcast
Caregivers often make big decisions together with their loved ones. As Alzheimer's progresses, these decisions become harder to make, raising the question of whether the loved one should continue to be involved. This episode will discuss various decisions caregivers have to make, and whether they should involve their loved one or even tell them at all.
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Understanding In-Home Services
The Alzheimer's Caregiver Podcast
Caregivers often find that hiring in-home services can be overwhelming and confusing. This episode will help you understand the different kinds of in-home services, what each provides, how to access them, and who pays for them.
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Managing Expectations to Reduce Stress
The Alzheimer's Caregiver Podcast
As a caregiver for someone with Alzheimer's, it may be necessary to modify your expectations to avoid becoming upset, angry, or stressed. This episode will discuss some of the expectations caregivers have that can cause stress and tips to help you rethink your expectations.
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Hiring Home Care
The Alzheimer's Caregiver Podcast
At some point, most caregivers realize they may need additional help at home and decide to hire home care services. The challenge is that they know their loved ones may not agree. This episode discusses strategies to make it easier to hire in-home care and how to get your loved one to accept them.
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The Caregiver Learning Curve
The Alzheimer's Caregiver Podcast
One of the most important things a caregiver can do is to become educated on Alzheimer's and its effects. This episode will explore the learning curve of a caregiver and how to give yourself some slack when you're unsure about how to handle a situation.
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When They Ask About Someone Deceased
The Alzheimer's Caregiver Podcast
One of the most difficult situations for a caregiver is when someone with Alzheimer's asks about a friend, parent, or loved one who has passed away years ago. This episode will provide suggestions on how to answer questions about someone who has passed away.
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Situations Not Worth Confronting
The Alzheimer's Caregiver Podcast
Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's can be overwhelming and exhausting. This episode will look at situations that are not worth confronting and how you need to learn to let some things go.
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How Alzheimer's Affects Fall Risks
The Alzheimer's Caregiver Podcast
As Alzheimer's progresses, your loved one will experience changes that will increase their risk for falls. This episode will explain how the changes due to Alzheimer's put your loved one at risk for falls, and what you can do to reduce the risk.
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The Benefits of Laughter
The Alzheimer's Caregiver Podcast
Laughter has many benefits and can be good for both the caregiver and the person with Alzheimer's. This episode explores enjoyable activities to do together and ways to incorporate humor and laughter into your day.
info_outlineCaregivers often ask if it is a good idea to take their loved one with Alzheimer's on a vacation. Unfortunately, there is no simple yes or no answer. This episode will provide information to help you determine if a vacation is a good idea and offer tips to make it safer and more enjoyable if you decide to go.