By Marianne Sciucco, New York, US Have you heard these myths about the power of art in dementia care? Myth 1: Only artistic individuals can benefit from art therapy. Myth 2: People with advanced dementia can’t engage in creative activities. Myth 3: A...
Marcia Ashford, Huntsville, Alabama As a writer, I believe in the power of storytelling not only to entertain and inspire, but also to educate and inform. My latest work, Trudy Matoody and Grandma Ray: What is Alzheimer’s?, was created with a specifi...
By Marianne Sciucco, New York, US Anyone living with Alzheimer’s or dementia, and those who care for them, know the importance of lifestyle adjustments to successfully navigate this journey. From simple strategies like making lists, reducing social c...
Kay Adams' novel promotes empathy and support for those facing dementia, acknowledging shared humanity in tough situations and emphasizing compassion for those in need. The post Bedside Witness: Stories of Hope, Healing, and Humanity appeared first o...
By Christy Byrne Yates, California, USA This week’s podcast guest is Andrea Couture, author of “Embracing What Remains.” She brings a unique perspective to our listeners with her firsthand experience caring for her father, a surgeon diagnosed with de...
By Marianne Sciucco, New York, USA The science and art worlds tell us that music, art, and dance may help us engage with people who have dementia, whether they are in the early to middle stages or deep into decline. Social media is full of videos of...
By Lori LaBey, Minnesota, USA Betty the Bald Chicken – Lessons in How to Care came to me in a dream, about twenty-five years into my family’s journey with dementia. My mother Dorothy lived a total of thirty years with the disease and as they say, dem...
By Andrea Couture, New Hampshire, US AlzAuthors is excited and honored to partner with the online community Aging & Amazing for a monthly book club, a “Meet the Author” type of event: AlzAuthors Books and Chit Chat. The book club will feature a n...
By Marianne Sciucco, New York, US Need a last minute gift? Consider a book from our bookstore. Most likely, you know someone caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s or dementia. With 55 million people worldwide affected, this disease affects the live...
Anne O’Brien Carelli, New York, USA It was a rainy day, and I was on vacation. My plan was to read, write, and relax, taking advantage of time away from emails and phone. But a year before, I had suddenly been thrust into the role of caregiver of a l...