My experience with dementia

Almost a year ago, my mother-in-law started having memory and functional issues. It started off mostly innocuous. She was having issues with technology. After her husband passed away almost 4 years ago and being in her 80’s, it was to be expected. She also was “retired” against her will almost a year ago. So, with …

What is Dementia?

Dementia is a catch-all term that includes Alzheimer’s disease, Lewy body dementia, and vascular dementia. It describes a loss of memory and other changes that are related to abnormal brain changes. According to the Alzheimer’s Association: “….these changes trigger a decline in thinking skills, also known as cognitive abilities, severe enough to impair daily life …