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Memory care is not a punishment—it’s a lifeline. Dive into this week’s AlzAuthors episode with Shari Ross for honest, uplifting insight on supporting loved ones through dementia. Listen now! #AlzAuthors #CaregivingJourney alzauthors.com/dementia/exp...

With the unpredictable nature of caregiving, letting the day naturally unfold instead of adhering to a fixed schedule leads to a calmer environment. It's self-care that benefits caregiver and recipient. AlzAuthors offers valuable resources to help you thrive on the #dementia journey. alzauthors.com/

"This documentary isn’t easy to watch, but it’s so important to know what’s really happening." Powerful words from award-winning filmmaker Susie Singer Carter, who opened up about her mother’s journey with Alzheimer’s.
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When we share we learn. AlzAuthors offers 150+ podcasts on the Alzheimer's and dementia journey told from personal experience. Listen to a podcast today! alzauthors.com/podcast #internationalpodcastday #podcast #dementiapodcast #sharingourstories

Fiction can be a safe space to explore a difficult topic. In "Requiem for the Status Quo", Irene Olsen shares her Alzheimer's journey with her father. alzauthors.com/alzheimers/m... #alzheimersstories #alzheimersbooks

At AlzAuthors, we hope to provide you with tools to light your way as you provide care to someone with Alzheimer's or dementia. Discover the 100's of quality resources we've gathered - books, blogs, films, and podcasts - vetted by caregivers and authors. AlzAuthors.com #AlzAuthors #dementiacare

Caring for a mother who abandoned her in the past was a challenge Susan Landeis did not see coming, but the real surprise was the loving closeness her mother's illness gave to her. Listen to her story on our podcast. pod.co/alzauthors-u...

Caring for someone with dementia is HARD. Yet each and every effort you make to keep them safe and healthy is valued and important. Find support for your dementia journey at AlzAuthors.com. We've got hundreds of quality books, blogs, podcasts, and films to make you a better caregiver.

Many of our authors used humor as a coping mechanism on their dementia journeys. Discover a world of resources at AlzAuthors.com, some will make you laugh, and laughter is good for all of us. #AlzAuthors #Alzheimerscare #dementiacare #memorycare #caregiving #caregiver

“If you read a book or two, you’ll come away a better caregiver.” Wisdom from the AlzAuthors Film Fest. Catch the replay of our first film discussion with Mary Crescenzo about her film, "Planet A." alzauthors.com/caregiver-gu... #DementiaCare

Behind every caregiver and every person with dementia, there’s a unique and powerful story. Mary Crescenzo’s play-turned-film, "Planet A," captures the good, the bad, and the beautiful moments on this journey. alzauthors.com/caregiver-gu...

Today is National Read a Book Day! Why not spend some time with a good book? AlzAuthors has 100’s of carefully vetted books on Alzheimer’s and dementia to help you care for someone diagnosed with one of these diseases or to simply learn more about them. Visit AlzAuthors.com. #ReadaBookDay #read

Caregivers, families, and advocates—this is for you. The AlzAuthors Film Festival delivers support, connection, and storytelling in a whole new way. View powerful films at your own pace, then meet the filmmakers in live online discussions. alzauthors.com/alzauthors-a... #CaregiverSupport

The Rev. Cynthia Huling Hummel is living with Alzheimer's. Here she tells us about life after diagnosis, her ministry as an advocate for those living with dementia, and her exhaustive schedule of activities, filled with the arts, education, and many surprising adventures. pod.co/alzauthors-u...

Rise above the frustrations and challenges of caring for someone with dementia. Visit AlzAuthors.com to discover 100's of quality resources to chart your caregiving course. #dementiacare #dementiaresources #dementiajourney

When a family member is diagnosed with dementia, children are along for the journey. In this beautifully illustrated children's book, Kathryn Harrison offers a gentle way to explain what's happening. pod.co/alzauthors-u...

When the tasks of dementia caregiving become too much take a moment to catch your breath and know that you are not alone. AlzAuthors offers hundreds of carefully vetted resources to help you be the best caregiver you can be. alzauthors.com #dementiacaregiver #caregiverresources

A recent report claims Americans are reading less and less. At AlzAuthors we believe in the power of reading, shared knowledge, and shared stories. Discover our collection of 400+ carefully vetted books, blogs, and other resources at AlzAuthors.com. Sharing our stories makes us stronger.

In this sweet family story, author Ron Cooper chronicles his mother's Alzheimer's journey and shares precious memories of her steadfast faith and lovely voice. #alzheimersawareness #alzheimersstories alzauthors.com/2016/06/15/f...

Almost 7 million Americans are diagnosed with Alzheimer's. What seems daunting becomes manageable when we reach out to others. AlzAuthors offers personal stories told in books, blogs, podcasts, film and more, giving you a soft landing place to sort this out. Visit our website: alzauthors.com

Tara Sorensen offers a glimpse into the world of Alzheimer's disease with a positive perspective, and offers hope, compassion and support in her heartfelt memoir, "Where's My Purse?" alzauthors.com/2016/06/09/w...

Carol Bradley Bursack has decades of experience caring for those with dementia, experiences she's shared in her book, Minding Our Elders, and on her blog. In this podcast she offers us hope and information for the caregiving journey. pod.co/alzauthors-u...

Coming to a screen near you! AlzAuthors is hosting a Film Festival this fall featuring films inspired by real-life stories to support you on the Alzheimer's and dementia journey. Register now! alzauthors.com/alzauthors-a... #AlzAuthors #dementiaawareness #filmfestival

Feeling overwhelmed? Caregiving responsibilities getting to you? You are not alone. Discover hundreds of resources at your fingertips to make each day a better day at AlzAuthors.com. #caregiverresources #dementiaawareness #dementiaeducation

This fall, AlzAuthors goes cinematic! Each month, we’re spotlighting a new Alzheimer’s/dementia-related film by an incredible creator. Dive into a world of moving stories, eye-opening documentaries, and honest conversations. Get the details here alzauthors.com/alzauthors-a... #FilmFestival

Join us for something special! In honor of AlzAuthors' 10th anniversary, we’re hosting our very first Film Festival! Five powerful films by talented filmmakers—each telling a different story about the dementia journey. Watch at your own pace, then join filmmaker Q&As. alzauthors.com/alzauthors-a...

Today is NATIONAL NONPROFIT DAY, celebrating organizations that better their communities through volunteerism and the generous support of others. Please consider supporting AlzAuthors as we strive to break the stigma surrounding a dementia diagnosis. alzauthors.com/donate #nationalnonprofitday

Caregiving isn’t always a storybook journey, especially when family ties are already frayed. In this candid, emotionally charged episode, Jennifer Sullivan joins Christy Byrne Yates and Jean Lee, an acquisitions editor at AlzAuthors, to share her raw and inspiring account of caring for her mother with Alzheimer’s—through complicated family dynamics, financial crises, and the unique heartbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic. Discover how Jennifer turned deep childhood wounds and a rocky mother-daughter relationship into unexpected healing and clarity. Hear about her struggles with sibling responsibility, navigating Medicaid and memory care, and finally, the bittersweet reconnection with her mom just as the world—and their contact—shut down. Jennifer and the hosts dive deep into how dementia can shift family roles and reveal unspoken truths, the unexpected gifts that can emerge from even the most difficult relationships, and the importance of self-compassion on the caregiving journey. Top Takeaways: Navigating Dementia With a Difficult Parent... Unbreakable Bonds: Jennifer Sullivan on Healing, Hope, and Hard Choices Through Dementia Care

What happens when caregiving means confronting old family wounds? In this moving episode, Jennifer Sullivan joins the podcast to share her unique story. Her candid conversation will resonate with anyone facing dementia’s hardest realities.youtu.be/GZLth0pglL4

Did you know about the Hidden Helpers program for young caregivers? In our latest episode, Lance Slatton shares how the Elizabeth Dole Foundation supports caregiving youth, veterans, and families. Tune in for powerful stories and life-changing resources. #HiddenHelpers #Caregivers #Family

“It’s enough. She knows she’s okay. She’s with her daughter. She forgot about the fall.”
Marjorie Maddox’s poetry on caregiving will move you. New @AlzAuthors episode out now. alzauthors.com/dementia/mom... #AlzAuthors #poetry #caregiving