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January 26
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When asked what caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's has taught them, the most common answer by far was patience, with many members... Read more

When asked what caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's has taught them, the most common answer by far was patience, with many members admitting it was harder to practice than they ever expected. Several members shared the importance of not taking difficult behaviors personally, remembering that it is the disease and not the person, and finding ways to care for their own physical, emotional, and spiritual health. A recurring theme was leaning on faith, asking for help without shame, and treasuring the small moments of connection that can still shine through even in the hardest stages.

A myALZteam Member

I learned I can definitely handling extremely difficult situations and am smarter than I thought… I also learned , when people either family or friends , say “ if there’s anything I can do to help, just let me know.” They usually DONT mean it

January 28
A myALZteam Member

Don’t take things personally. Always show love in voice, eyes and touch. Take care of yourself.

January 26
A myALZteam Member

In the nine years my husband has been on medication for Alzheimer one thing
I have learned is that each hurdle or issue we face does not last. Each
behavior only lasts for a while then we move on. It's seems it will last
forever but it doesn't.

January 26
A myALZteam Member

My dad had alzheimers and I cared for him until he passed away. My husband
now has Early onset alzheimers. It is like I am living it all over. I guess
the one thing I have learned is to not take the responses I get from my
husband personally. It has changed his personality. He says things that he
would never have said before or reacts differently. I try to just take a
deep breath and I know it is not him. It is hard not to react and what
worked yesterday may not work today. It is a daily stress and I have to
take time for myself to keep my mind in a positive state. Prayer helps me
the most.

Gayla Webster

January 30
A myALZteam Member

Patience, you are their voice and remember for them.

January 28

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