http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/alzheimers/AZ00052 Dealing with the stress and challenges of Alzheimer's disease? You're not alone. Join our blog conversation. en-us RSSVille ColdFusion FeedMaker, version 1.0 Fri, 24 May 2013 01:45:01 GMT http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/alzheimers-support-group/MY02453/rss=8 Sharing laughs and stories, Alzheimer's support group bonds by sharing compassion, fun. Tue, 14 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/alzheimers-support-group/MY02453/rss=8 http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/alzheimers-caregiver-support/MY02441/rss=8 Caregivers can't change or control the course of Alzheimer's, yet they can turn to one another as a source of empathy, understanding and wisdom. Wed, 01 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/alzheimers-caregiver-support/MY02441/rss=8 http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/pleasant-dementia/MY02424/rss=8 "Pleasant dementia" isn't a misnomer — some individuals can find peace and joy. Tue, 16 Apr 2013 19:37:00 GMT http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/pleasant-dementia/MY02424/rss=8 http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/caregiving-and-gratitude/MY02413/rss=8 It takes time and effort, but training your brain for more gratitude helps you find more happiness in life. Wed, 03 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/caregiving-and-gratitude/MY02413/rss=8 http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/alzheimers-and-gratitude/MY02401/rss=8 Gratitude takes practice, but it helps draw you away from dark thoughts and be thankful for blessings. Tue, 19 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/alzheimers-and-gratitude/MY02401/rss=8 http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/2013-dementia-conference-summary/MY02391/rss=8 Meeting of the Minds conference recognizes crucial role of relationships in improving lives for caregivers, those with Alzheimer's. Wed, 06 Mar 2013 06:00:00 GMT http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/2013-dementia-conference-summary/MY02391/rss=8 http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/working-for-change-in-alzheimers/MY02380/rss=8 Rather than despair, Alzheimer's community needs to keep hope and work hard to identify changes to benefit caregiving, those with dementia. Tue, 19 Feb 2013 06:00:00 GMT http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/working-for-change-in-alzheimers/MY02380/rss=8 http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/2013-meeting-of-the-minds-dementia-conference/MY02368/rss=8 Meeting of the Minds brings together Alzheimer's experts, caregivers and those with the disease. Tue, 05 Feb 2013 20:47:00 GMT http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/2013-meeting-of-the-minds-dementia-conference/MY02368/rss=8 http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/dear-abby-alzheimers/MY02354/rss=8 Research center named after Dear Abby, upcoming conference affirm connection of all in Alzheimer's community. Tue, 22 Jan 2013 06:00:00 GMT http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/dear-abby-alzheimers/MY02354/rss=8 http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/advancing-alzheimers-caregiving/MY02346/rss=8 People need to overcome stigma attached to Alzheimer's in order to advance the cause of caregiving. Tue, 08 Jan 2013 06:00:00 GMT http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/advancing-alzheimers-caregiving/MY02346/rss=8 http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/alzheimers-caregiver-reflections/MY02338/rss=8 The end of a calendar year brings a time to reflect on a community of caregivers sharing their connections — and suffering. Fri, 21 Dec 2012 06:00:00 GMT http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/alzheimers-caregiver-reflections/MY02338/rss=8 http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/caregiver-stories/MY02328/rss=8 By sharing their stories, and listening to the stories of others, caregivers give the best gift of all — themselves. Tue, 11 Dec 2012 06:00:00 GMT http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/caregiver-stories/MY02328/rss=8 http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/gifts-about-caregiving/MY02309/rss=8 If you're a caregiver or know someone who's a caregiver, check out these books, gifts, words to live by and more for this season. Tue, 27 Nov 2012 06:00:00 GMT http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/gifts-about-caregiving/MY02309/rss=8 http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/caregiver-label/MY02285/rss=8 Caregiving label helps build recognition of what you do in Alzheimer's caregiving. You become part of a large group of people with caregiving concerns. Tue, 13 Nov 2012 06:00:00 GMT http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/caregiver-label/MY02285/rss=8 http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/caregivers-and-acceptance/MY02271/rss=8 With mindfulness practice, caregivers can let go of grievances and shift their perception of life. Tue, 30 Oct 2012 05:00:00 GMT http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/caregivers-and-acceptance/MY02271/rss=8 http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/dementia-and-mindfulness/MY02256/rss=8 Alzheimer's caregivers need compassion not only for others, but for themselves as well. Mindfulness helps you develop that complete awareness. Tue, 16 Oct 2012 21:31:00 GMT http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/dementia-and-mindfulness/MY02256/rss=8 http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/alzheimers-cultural-shift/MY02246/rss=8 Society needs to embrace those with Alzheimer's rather than shun them as diseased individuals. Tue, 02 Oct 2012 05:00:00 GMT http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/alzheimers-cultural-shift/MY02246/rss=8 http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/fighting-alzheimers/MY02233/rss=8 Alzheimer's is an epidemic. Help change the stigma of Alzheimer's and join the fight against the disease. Tue, 18 Sep 2012 05:00:00 GMT http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/fighting-alzheimers/MY02233/rss=8 http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/antipsychotics-and-alzheimers/MY02213/rss=8 Compassionate care, not drugs, should be emphasized in treating those with Alzheimer's. Fri, 31 Aug 2012 05:00:00 GMT http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/antipsychotics-and-alzheimers/MY02213/rss=8 http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/alzheimers-social-needs/MY02192/rss=8 Caregivers, family and friends must be mindful of the social needs of people with dementia. Sat, 04 Aug 2012 05:00:00 GMT http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/alzheimers-social-needs/MY02192/rss=8