Worried you might develop dementia like a loved one you're caring for? It's a common fear. Explore options: family meetings, mediation, and negotiation can help you navigate those anxieties. #DementiaCare #Alzheimers #CaregiverSupport #FamilyMeetings
Stop expecting people to change. A fool is a fool, a tulip is a tulip. If they've never shown up, they won't start now. Accept the truth and make your plan. #RealityCheck #Acceptance #FamilyIssues #LifeAdvice
Paying bills? Getting groceries? Doctor's visits? No more "checking in." Everyone gets an assignment—or loses their vote. Clear expectations are crucial. #Responsibilities #Expectations #Accountability #ClearCommunication
Don't leave your future care to chance. Document your preferences—what you want, what you don't. Ease the burden on your children by planning ahead. #CaregiverTips #ElderCare #FamilyPlanning #FuturePlanning
At 10, my grandmother confused me with my dad. She started having problems and it was difficult. I was one of her favorite grandchildren. Her sweet potato pies were mine and no one could touch them. #MemoryLoss #ChildhoodMemories #FamilyStories #Alzheimers
Struggling to balance professional life with caring for family and advocating for Alzheimer's? It's a constant learning curve that requires a great support team and accountability. #WorkLifeBalance #FamilyCare #AlzheimersAwareness #SupportTeam #Accountability
Worried about your mom's meds? Pharmacists have timely insights doctors often miss. Ask them to review her list for sleepiness, balance issues, or other side effects. Get informed! #MedicationSafety #PharmacistTips #SeniorHealth #DrugInteractions
Alzheimer's and dementia often get confused, but understanding the difference is crucial. Speaking the same language helps caregivers navigate the journey. What exactly sets them apart? #Alzheimers #Dementia #Caregiver #BrainHealth
The honest part of caregiving isn’t just the long nights and endless appointments—it’s realizing you’ve become the project manager for a situation nobody trained you for. Family Caregivers take that and turn it into a plan, starting with the meds that don’t help or flat-out make things worse. In this…
The most pressing question: Am I predestined to get Alzheimer's? Is my lifestyle as a caregiver causing too much stress, leading to sleepless nights and this dreaded disease? #Alzheimers #CaregiverStress #HealthAnxiety #BiggestFear
Why aren't there consumer products designed for people with dementia? Vision and hearing are covered, but what about thinking? My mama just don't think clearly no more! #Dementia #ElderlyCare #CognitiveDecline #Aging
Caregiving comes with a stack of questions that rarely fit into neat answers—and that’s exactly where we go in this episode. We open up about the moments no one posts: the dark days, the quick resets that actually help, and the honest boundary decisions when history with a parent or…
A quiet salon visit brought immense joy to Mom. The stylist's care, the peaceful atmosphere, and the stunning new haircut created a truly magical experience, sparking a radiant smile and a newfound confidence. #CaregiverLife #HairTransformation #SpecialMoments #DaughterLove #MakingMemories
Trying to make it to Zetty's hair appointment, but things aren't going as planned! A decision must be made: continue or abort? Then, a sudden collapse! #Late #HairAppointment #Unexpected #LifeHappens
Zeddie is stronger than she seems. Frail, yes, but her fire still burns bright. When she saw me putting in the work, she was ready to go. #InnerStrength #FamilyLove #Resilience #NeverGiveUp
Witness the epic battle of butt vs. wheelchair! Scooching, snaking, and soul training—all to avoid a Zaddy-related disaster. A Slinky on a waterslide has nothing on this. #WheelchairLife #FunnyStruggles #DisabilityHumor #RealLife #Relatable
Zeddy made me swear I'd never let her gray hair show if she ever got old. 20 inches of hair, but 4 inches of gray roots. #GrayHair #HairRoots #Aging #HairCare
What does perseverance look like when words are gone and the day goes sideways? We set out to honor a promise—no gray roots, ever—and walked straight into a masterclass on safety, dignity, and the tiny choices that keep identity alive. A new caregiver, a wardrobe wobble, and then the moment…
Explore the journey of crafting new laws from initial concept to final enactment. Witness significant legislative achievements and understand the process behind them. #LegislativeProcess #LawMaking #Government #Civics
Meet Chanda, who became a quadriplegic at age 9. Witness her inspiring journey as she navigates life with strength, adaptive tools, and the support of dedicated caregivers. #Quadriplegic #SpinalCordInjury #AdaptiveTools #Inspiration #Resilience
What if the care system you need doesn’t exist yet? Chanda didn’t wait. In this episode, we speak with Chanda Hinton, founder of the Chanda Center for Health. After a childhood spinal cord injury and years of depending on medicines and medical care, Chanda found that daily movement, touch-based therapies,…
Brandon Claybon of Beyond the Gates, Zatima, Grey's Anatomy and more - has been deeply touched by Alzheimer's. The disease runs in his family, from his grandmother to his cousin. No cure yet—advocating for research is key. #Alzheimers #DementiaAwareness #Research #MedicalResearch
Celebrate Family Caregiver Month with the Parenting Up family! Learn about their caregiving journey and milestones. #FamilyCaregiverMonth #CaregivingJourney #ParentingUp #FamilyMilestones
