All articles tagged with #caregiver
After his wife is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, a couple says their Golden Retriever has become an unlikely caregiver, providing companionship, helping with daily routines and safety, and lifting the family’s spirits as they navigate the disease.
The author reflects on his late husband's 12-year journey with dementia and Alzheimer's, sharing how his study of Buddhism helped them cope with the challenges. He discusses the application of Buddhist practices in their lives, emphasizing the importance of acceptance, support, and love in facing the disease. Despite the difficulties, the author believes they were able to navigate the path of dementia and Alzheimer's with mindfulness and resilience, ultimately cherishing the time they had together.
The mother of missing 3-year-old Elijah Vue has been charged with child neglect and obstruction, while the man the boy was sent to for "disciplinary reasons" has also been charged with child neglect. The criminal complaint reveals disciplinary methods used by the caregiver, including lengthy "time outs" and offering cold water as punishment. Both defendants are scheduled for preliminary hearings on March 7, and the search for Vue continues as an active Amber Alert.
A 13-year-old autistic boy, Brandon Gonzales, accidentally set fire to his family's Christmas tree after getting hold of a lighter, resulting in a devastating house fire in North Carolina. Despite rescue efforts from his caregiver, Brandon tragically died in the flames. The family lost everything in the fire, and a GoFundMe page has been set up to help with funeral costs and rebuilding their home.
Mary Lou Falcone, a renowned classical music publicist, has stepped into the spotlight to raise awareness about Lewy body dementia, the disease that claimed her husband. Falcone, who has worked with esteemed musicians and organizations throughout her career, has written a memoir titled "I Didn't See It Coming: Scenes of Love, Loss and Lewy Body Dementia," sharing her personal journey as a caregiver and shedding light on the disease. Now on a publicity tour for her book, Falcone is using her storytelling skills to craft a narrative and raise awareness about this devastating neurodegenerative disease.
Emma Heming Willis, wife of actor Bruce Willis, shared an update on her struggle as a caregiver amid her husband's battle with dementia. In an Instagram video, she emphasized the importance of taking care of oneself while caring for a loved one with dementia. Heming Willis acknowledged the emotional strain and highlighted the need to find moments of beauty amidst the challenges. The couple, married since 2009, revealed earlier this year that Willis has been diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia, a condition for which there are currently no treatments.