Modifications to Maintain Independence

When Your Loved One Lives Far Away

It can be difficult when your loved one with Alzheimer's disease lives far away. There are many things that you can still do from a distance to help support family members and primary caregivers. This episode will discuss some things you should and shouldn't do as a distance caregiver.

When Processing Speed Slows

As Alzheimer's disease progresses, your loved one's ability to process information will change. This episode will focus on how the change will affect their behaviors.

What Is Therapeutic Fibbing?

You may have experienced times when your loved one asked you a question and then reacted terribly to your answer. They either got angry or very upset. This episode explains the concept of therapeutic fibbing and gives you examples of how to use it.

Sequencing and Cognitive Loss

Short-term memory loss is the one area of cognitive loss that most people are aware of. This episode will focus on an area that is less common and, most likely, one that caregivers don't think about as often. We will explore sequencing and how it can affect your loved one in many ways.

Taking Your Loved One Out

Going out with your loved one can have a positive or negative outcome. But with some awareness and planning, you can make going out a better experience. This episode explores ways to help make outings easier and more successful.