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Dec 86 min read

Inside the Mind of Alzheimer's Patients: Navigating the Upside-Down World of Hyper Awareness and Decline

A common misconception about Alzheimer's patients is that they are unaware of their cognitive decline. In reality, many patients are acute..

Nov 274 min read

How I Learned the Hard Way to Approach the Early Stages of Alzheimer's with Softer Tones: A Caregiver's Tale

Navigating the early stages of Alzheimer's is like walking a tightrope. Balancing communication, emotional well-being, and the need for...

Nov 145 min read

How to Provide Unwavering Care in the Face of Rapid Changes: Advice for Alzheimer's Caregivers in Uncertain Times

Alzheimer’s disease affects the mind and emotions of your loved one in unpredictable ways. As a caregiver, it can feel like you are on a...

Oct 265 min read

How to Set and Maintain Personal Boundaries in the Alzheimer's Caregiving Journey

Caregiving doesn’t have to be a lonely journey. Collaboration, open dialogue, and professional support can significantly enrich the...

Oct 94 min read

The Essential Rules of Caregiving: Putting the Needs of the Loved One First

My resolve is strong, and I won't bend. Don't forget who I am. I'm the one who puts in 24/7 - I'm the one here.

Oct 74 min read

Exploring the Enigma of 3AM: A Deep Dive into Late Night Wondering and Searching ~ Memory Caregiving A Dazey Diary Post

Which is it? Am I to have control, or am I to leave it to the gods and accept whatever may come? You can't have it both ways...

Sep 73 min read

How Will Perceived Control Impact Your Success in 2024?

As a human, I have never had control over others. Not 49.9 years ago and

Sep 72 min read

Is the Destructive Trend Expected to Continue in 2024?

So quick to be hot headed. I was asked for updates. I used a " , " instead of a " ; " and it goes like this... This is some fucked up...

Sep 74 min read

How Will Pivotal Moments Shape the Year 2024?

Have you ever taken a moment to contemplate life: the past, the present, and the potential future? I would advise against it unless you...

Sep 73 min read

What lessons from the past can shape our present in 2024?

On yet another rainy morning, the current state of the world holds no significance. Who you are now is a reflection of who you were.....

Sep 23 min read

We are unveiling the As You Wish~2024 Collection: A Sneak Peek into the Future of Personal Boundaries.

We witness the mind's coping mechanisms and reasoning in real time for events dating back to the late 1970s and the chaos of the next 50yrs

Sep 22 min read

Is "Creating Drama for Content" Worth It in 2024?

Stay tuned 🎵

Sep 22 min read

Exploring the Challenges and Triumphs of Memory Caregivers: A 2024 Diary

When embarking on any journey, it is crucial to be well-informed about the available options. Understanding the choices at hand allows...

Jul 194 min read

How to Navigate Outside Opinions When Caregiving: Finding Support Amidst Conflicting Views

You are fighting her relationships of over 50years with the few, your fight with me is misguided

Jul 162 min read

Unveiling the Truth: The Perspective of an Alzheimer's Caregiver in 2024

Make it about me in your ‘truth’ but remember, time tells . Actions speak. Quality of life is what I was asked for and the others all agreed

Jul 152 min read

Reflecting on Forever: Dazey's Diary Entry From 2024

Despite my silence during the recent minor dramas, I now have a question: What is the purpose of making a commotion when I have simply...

May 223 min read

Answering Your Most Common Weekly Questions: 10 Inquiries for 2024

Here are the top ten questions I get asked every week, listed in no particular order:

Apr 255 min read

Exploring the Role of Grace in Memory Care: A 2024 Perspective

Depending on the company, what you see and hear is not always accurate. Brave face, stoic independence, and knowing your audience reign...

Apr 214 min read

Exploring the Future: A Glimpse into A Caregiver Diaries in 2024

I owe no explanations or excuses, no apologies or empathy for the outside world that neither shows up nor shares the weight...

Apr 203 min read

Reflecting on Change: Dazey's Diary Entry 4/20/2024

Why fight the one who was smart enough to lay out a path of a journey no one wanted- Alzheimer’s care.