alzheimer’s

“What my Grandma Means to Say” A Picture Book about Alzheimer’s

What my Grandma Means to Say Cover

 
Illustrated in full colour by Gary Frederick, the book lets young readers, ages 8-12, and their families, share Jake’s experience as he watches his grandma change from world traveller, expert birder and best cookie baker to someone who forgets where she lives and cannot remember his name.  Once Grandma moves to a long-term care residence, [...]

Children have a place in the Alzheimer’s Picture

Alzheimer Picture

By J.C. SULZENKO

Children are affected when someone they care about is living with Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia.  But their needs and their place in the Alzheimer’s picture often are low on the priority list.
Why is it essential to include children in strategies that promote brain health and effective, compassionate care?  Children are part of whatever happens [...]