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11/27/2024

Wishing all caregivers and their families a wonderful thanksgiving!

11/08/2024

10/25/2024

Medicare open enrollment period is currently on. Make sure to review your or your care receiver's current coverage and take appropriate action. New in 2025, your out-of-pocket costs for covered drugs are capped at $2,000. The cap only applies to drugs covered by your Part D plan, so review your plan to make sure your drugs are covered.

09/23/2024

Sundowning, or late-day confusion, can be one of the most challenging aspects of caring for someone with dementia or Alzheimer's disease. These tips will help you and your loved one feel more at ease as evening approaches. https://bit.ly/3X2xHDC

Share with us what approaches you've found to be successful.

09/21/2024

Today, we join the global community in recognizing World Alzheimer's Day. We advocate for advancements in care, education, and caregiver support. Every conversation brings us closer to a future where Alzheimer's is better understood and managed.
Thank you for being a part of the Care-Wallet community!

09/11/2024

Lewy Body Dementia (LBD) can be difficult to recognize because its symptoms often overlap with other conditions. This video provides valuable insights into what LBD looks like and when it’s important to seek medical advice.

If you notice a loved one experiencing unexplained cognitive changes, visual hallucinations, or severe sleep disturbances, it may be time to talk to a doctor about the possibility of LBD. https://bit.ly/3XogPsA

Lewy body dementia, or LBD, is a brain disorder that can cause problems with thinking, movement, mood, and behavior. This video covers the main types of LBD,...

09/09/2024

Reducing the emotional, physical and financial burden on dementia caregivers is our specialty, and Care-Wallet is how we do it. Sign up for Care-Wallet for free today and receive free care counseling sessions with experienced care managers: https://bit.ly/3RpVVG0

09/04/2024

While some dementia risk factors are out of our control, there are a lot of small things you can do to reduce your risk. Habits like regular physical activity, maintaining a balanced diet, staying socially connected, and keeping your mind active with puzzles and reading can make a difference in your brain health. https://bit.ly/3XhJsr4

09/02/2024

September is World Alzheimer's Month. Join us in raising awareness and targeting dementia stigma by sharing your voice in the Alzheimer's Disease International 2024 Attitudes To Dementia global survey. We invite family caregivers, friends and family to help ADI and associations across the globe better understand dementia stigma and attitudes: https://bit.ly/3YY1ksf

Alzheimer's Disease International (ADI) is the worldwide federation of Alzheimer associations, which support people with dementia and their families

08/26/2024

Summertime outdoor activities can be a lot of fun and a great way to socialize and bond, especially when spending time with your loved one with Alzheimer's or dementia. A good way to soak up some sunshine and vitamin-D and stay active! Low impact activities like walking and gardening are perfect for gentle stimulation. Make sure to keep activities brief and avoid overstimulating environments like crowded or noisy spaces.

What is your go-to summer activity as a caregiver?

08/12/2024

Caregivers, do you feel invisible at times? Underappreciated? Hard as it is, you are strong and you are more in control than you may feel. What's your caregiver mantra to guide you through this journey? https://bit.ly/3z8xp5H

07/26/2024

In what ways are you or your loved one with Alzheimer's disease or dementia keeping active? Shared activities tend to bring more joy and can brighten the day for you as well as your loved one.
Share with us your favorite activities that promote physical movement. https://bit.ly/3qlehNx