The 2 A.M. Ghost: What to Do When Dementia Brings Hallucinations and Fear

The 2 A.M. Ghost: What to Do When Dementia Brings Hallucinations and Fear

Your loved one wakes at 2 a.m. convinced there's a ghost in the corner. What do you do? Dr. Erik and Karen Gilbert slow that moment down and give you a practical playbook for Alzheimer's hallucinations, delusions, agitation, and nighttime fear — without reaching for a pill first. You'll learn why antipsychotics carry serious risks for older adults with dementia, how to think about Lewy body disease, and why a UTI or unmanaged pain can look like a sudden psychiatric episode. Plus: the ABC behavior framework, simple environmental fixes like motion-activated lighting, and communication techniques that actually calm things down — starting with stop correcting and enter their world. Whether you're in the early stages or deep in the caregiving trenches, this episode gives you tools you can use tonight. Subscribe, share with a fellow caregiver, and tell us — what behavior are you trying to decode right now? YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@DavidsAlzheimersFight] // Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/davidsalzheimersfight/] // Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61577058352851]// Website [https://davidsalzheimersfight.org]

Alzheimer's Community Care Conference // Do You Want To Know

One question can change how you face Alzheimer’s: Do you want to know early? We do not ask it to scare anyone. We ask it because early testing creates options, and options create a plan. David shares why getting evaluated sooner helped him take control of his next steps, and Karen explains how the Alzheimer’s Community Care Education Conference is built to give families practical, usable tools for brain health, caregiving, and living well after a diagnosis.  We talk about lifestyle strategies that support cognitive health, including nutrition, daily movement, social connection, and addressing hearing loss. David describes how he noticed improvement through lifestyle choices before starting an Exelon patch, and why “measure to manage” matters if you want to know what is truly helping. We also dig into the real-world challenge of staying consistent, how routines reduce decision fatigue, and why support groups and peer-to-peer connection can be a lifeline for people navigating mild cognitive impairment or early-stage Alzheimer’s.  Karen breaks down research that backs up this approach, including lessons from the U.S. POINTER Study showing structured programs outperform self-guided change. We also discuss why lifestyle changes can deliver meaningful cognitive benefits without the scary side effects associated with some newer treatments, while still respecting the role of ongoing Alzheimer’s research.  We share details for the May 21 conference at the Doubletree Hotel in Palm Beach Gardens, plus where to find highlights afterward at allzcare.org and David’s resources at davidsalzheimersfight.org. Subscribe, share this with someone who needs it, and leave a review so more families can find practical brain health guidance. YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@DavidsAlzheimersFight] // Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/davidsalzheimersfight/] // Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61577058352851]// Website [https://davidsalzheimersfight.org]

Nine Months After Diagnosis, David Reversed His Symptoms Through Daily Habits

Nine months after an early Alzheimer’s diagnosis, David shares the practical, repeatable habits that helped him ease symptoms and regain confidence. From cutting sugar and processed foods to consistent movement, hearing health, stress reduction, and finding renewed purpose, this episode focuses on what actually makes a difference day to day. With honest talk about setbacks, medications, and realistic expectations, the conversation offers clear next steps for anyone noticing early changes or supporting someone who is. www.alzcare.org [https://www.alzcare.org/] 561-683-2700 YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@DavidsAlzheimersFight] // Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/davidsalzheimersfight/] // Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61577058352851]// Website [https://davidsalzheimersfight.org]

How To Tell If Assisted Living Or Skilled Nursing Is Right For Your Loved One

Choosing the right care shouldn’t be a guessing game. With placement specialist Tammy Weller, we break down the real differences between assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. From recognizing signs like wandering and sundowning to understanding costs, licensing, and dementia training, this episode gives caregivers a clear roadmap for confident decisions and smoother transitions. YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@DavidsAlzheimersFight] // Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/davidsalzheimersfight/] // Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61577058352851]// Website [https://davidsalzheimersfight.org]

Beyond Words: How Speech Therapy Builds Memory, Focus, and Confidence

Speech therapy is about much more than clearer words. Speech-language pathologist Amber Singleton reveals how SLPs help with memory, word finding, planning, swallowing, and the voice changes common in Parkinson’s. From cueing systems and recall drills to night-before planning and LOUD-focused exercises, she shares practical tools that make daily life easier for those living with Alzheimer’s, dementia, or MCI. This episode is packed with real strategies that turn frustration into progress one small win at a time. YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@DavidsAlzheimersFight] // Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/davidsalzheimersfight/] // Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61577058352851]// Website [https://davidsalzheimersfight.org]