Ask Dr. Lisa: How do I respond to "I want to die"?
Once a month, I'll answer your questions about dementia and care-giving here in my blog. If you've got a question, feel free to submit...
10 Tips for Handling Delusions in Dementia
Paranoia and delusions in dementia can range from the seemingly ridiculous, for example when they suddenly think a denture-thief is on...
Self-Care for the Totally Overwhelmed
Self-care is a big ol' buzzword right now. Especially in the land of caregiving. A lot of caregivers I've talked to feel frustrated by...
Counseling Benefits Both Dementia Caregivers and Those They Care For
If you've been a dementia caregiver for any length of time, then I don't have to convince you that it is one the hardest roads to walk....
When Someone with Dementia Gets Mean
People with dementia are still people, prone to getting cranky, upset, scared, and the whole rest of the big bag of emotions we all draw...
The Rolling Grief of Dementia: Grieving Someone Who Is Still Here
The grief experienced when someone you love has dementia is a unique type of grief. The person you love is still here, but you are...
What If There's No Time for Self-Care?
When you’re in the trenches of caring for your loved one, feeling overwhelmed and stressed, being told to “take care of yourself” can...
Ten Red Flags That a Dementia Caregiver Needs a Break
Ten Signs of Caregiver Stress - When have you pushed yourself too far? How do you know it's time for a break? Has caregiving taken a hea
