Alzheimer's & Dementia Community - People

I am a citizen journalist, writer, investor and caregiver.I am the sole caregiver for my mother; she suffers from Alzheimer's disease.Prior to moving to Delray Beach, Florida to take care of my mother I was CEO of a software development and marketing company based in Reston, Va.I worked in several Wall Street firms, venture capital and as a private investor. The companies included: Bear Stearns,...

I'm a wife, mother,and grandmother, who is trusting daily in God's Word that He will strengthen me to rise above life's difficulties. I live with multiple chronic illnesses. The Lord has been teaching me to Live Simply, Laugh Often, and to Love Deeply. I hope to encourage, uplift, and at times amuse. I will share my heart and life openly, praying that the Lord will use His Words and mine to...

In brief, Dr. Shaheen E Lakhan is a biochemist and medical scientist. He administers a host of projects in bioethics, biotechnology, emergency management, global philanthropy, proteomics, and psychiatry -- to name a few disciplines. Dr. Lakhan underwent extensive didactic and research based training, completing undergraduate and graduated programs in biochemistry, education, medicine,...

I have been a healthcare professional and educator for over 20 years. I am the, activity director, of many years, at Hunt Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Danvers. While there, I have gained much dementia care and activity experience and knowledge. I have had special training in dementia care and dementia activities through the Alzheimer�s Association and other educational forums. I am...

I am disabled with RSD (Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy) for several years now. It is a relatively unknown neurological condition that effects my entire sympathetic nervous system. It is chronic, progressive and incureable. In addition, I have neuropathy, several inoperable back issues and other health problems I deal with on a daily basis. Goals I am Working On: Goal #1: I am improving my...

Vionna Jones began her love of fitness ten years ago when she moved to the Washington DC area. She found herself with a desk job and a much more sedentary life than she led during her years attending The Pennsylvania State University. She started taking step aerobics classes and was immediately hooked! Many years later, in 2004 she became an AFAA-Certified Group Fitness Instructor and an...

I live in the San Francisco Bay Area, which is rich in so many areas - its environment, culture, the arts, culinary delights, and, of course, anything technological. I'm an interface designer, who like so many here, spends more hours in the rays of a computer screen than in the rays of the sun. Though, no complaints about digging into projects , pushing pixels, and surfing virtually. However, I...

My dad is suffering with Alzheimer's Disease. It is my job to get educated on this horrible disease so I can help bring awareness and help find ways to prevent Alzheimer's. Stop by my blog for more information.

I'm a wife and mother who works outside the home part-time. Maybe you're thinking that is not so impression and there are millions of others out there, but the rollercoaster in our house is quite impressive. We laugh at adversity! Stress is our middle name and we know how to roll with it. We have a child that has special issues dealing with ADHD, OCD, sensory problems and a few others thrown...

I am a 61 year old retired Baker/Chef living on a small hobby Farm In Winona, Minnesota. Iam Currently Caregiver to my wife of 41 years. Jenny is in her 12th year struggling with cancer. Radiation, Mastectomy,Chemo-Therapy, Breast Reconstruction and Heart Surgery have been the norm for us for a long streach. Currently jenny is home on Hospice and I tend her needs.The purpose of my Blog is to...