
Laughing and Caregiving
COVID means caregivers have more fun with my daughter’ laughter than I do. I have fun but miss her as Alzheimer’s inevitably erodes more cognition

COVID means caregivers have more fun with my daughter’ laughter than I do. I have fun but miss her as Alzheimer’s inevitably erodes more cognition

Sharing funny videos and installing a stationary bike in an apartment of a loved one with Alzheimer’s dementia can help caregivers in surprising ways.

Having fun while playing hardball to help Lynne get sleep during Alzheimer’s sundown syndrome and before the last stage of being unaware of her dementia

Lynne’s attitude improves as COVID restrictions ease and she summons courage to take one for her team of Alzheimer’s and dementia residents.

In a Covid-19 lockdown caregivers find a way to overcome loneliness and anxiety and have fun with TV, foot bath and music.

Covid-19 lockdown isolation make it harder on caregivers and residents by increasing anxiety and confusion that restricts life skills and video chats.

Caregivers can overlook seemingly minor foot pain in crises like COVID-19 infections, major moves & mood changes in severe dementia from Alzheimer’s.

Family fun with birthday celebrations while waiting for Covid-19 coronavirus test results for Lynne with Alzheimer’s dementia in memory care.

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An overflow crowd celebrated beloved Lynne Russell, on July 14,

The Russell family were the honored caregivers at the Help

Harriet, Lynne’s neighbor, has a message to share with all