Caregivers are often surprised by how their loved one's clothing choices change as Alzheimer's progresses. In this episode, we look at potential changes you may face and how to accommodate your loved one's new fashion desires.

Caregivers often confess the one thing they wish they had more of is patience. Sadly, there is no pill or cure for this. In this episode, we hope to give you a better understanding and bring you practical tips to help you increase your patience when caring for your loved one.

Whenever we go through a difficult time, it's always nice to hear a sympathetic comment from someone. But someone with Alzheimer's may no longer be able to express sympathy, compassion and understanding.

In our caregiver support group meetings and workshops, I am often asked legal and financial questions. In this episode, we continue the discussion from last week's topic and answer common questions asked by caregivers.

One of the most important things caregivers should do early is speak with an elder law attorney and get specific legal documents completed. In this episode, we look at two of the most essential documents and answer common questions about legal and financial concerns.

There are many activities you can do to engage someone with Alzheimer's that increase their quality of life by keeping them busy, stimulated, and calm. In this episode, we look at specific emotional-based therapies and their benefits for your loved one.

It is not uncommon for caregivers to feel guilty about the things they have done or didn't do for their loved ones with Alzheimer's. In this episode, we discuss some of the reasons caregivers feel guilty and provide a fresh perspective to help ease the guilt.

In part two of this series, we continue to examine ways you can identify and modify triggers that can cause negative behaviors in your loved one with Alzheimer's.

Just as there are triggers that make us annoyed, frustrated or upset, there are also triggers that can have the same effect on a person with Alzheimer's. In this episode, we look at common triggers and how you can modify them to reduce negative behaviors.

As comprehension and processing speed diminish, the normal pace of daily life can often be very difficult for a person with Alzheimer's. In this episode, we look at the importance of slowing down and how it can benefit your loved one.