by Larea Mcqueen | Caregiving, Medical/health
Taking a loved one with dementia to the doctor can feel exhausting before you even walk through the door. Sometimes the hardest part is just getting them there. They may refuse to go, insist nothing is wrong, or become upset when they realize where they’re headed. And...
by Larea Mcqueen | Behavior
One of the most heartbreaking things a caregiver can witness is their loved one crying and not being able to explain why. The tears can come suddenly. You may ask what’s wrong, but they can’t answer. You might try to comfort them, but you’re left wondering if you’re...
by Larea Mcqueen | Caregiving
Healthcare gets a whole lot harder when dementia enters the picture. You’re not just a spouse or daughter or son anymore — you suddenly become the advocate, the memory keeper, the historian, and the one who speaks for your loved one when they can’t explain what’s...
by Larea Mcqueen | Caregiving
Caring for someone with Alzheimer’s or another dementia is one of the most loving things you will ever do — but it’s also one of the hardest. The changes come slowly at first… and then all at once. One day you’re managing just fine, and the next you’re...
by Larea Mcqueen | Caregiving
Caring for someone with dementia means your mind is always running. Even on the calm days, your body stays in “alert mode,” watching, listening, and waiting. Most caregivers don’t even notice it happening—because this becomes their normal. You’re checking in… You’re...
by Larea Mcqueen | Caregiving
As dementia progresses, everyday routines like getting dressed can suddenly become confusing and emotional. When clothes become a source of distress, it’s usually the brain—not the person—that’s struggling. If you’re caring for someone with dementia, chances are...
by Larea Mcqueen | Caregiving
Dementia-Related Personality Changes: What Caregivers Need to Know Caring for someone with dementia isn’t just about memory loss. One of the hardest parts—emotionally—is watching the person you love start to act in ways you’ve never seen before. They may become...
by Larea Mcqueen | Caregiving
Going out in public with a loved one who has Alzheimer’s or dementia can bring up a lot of mixed emotions. You want them to enjoy life, feel included, and stay connected to the world around them — but the “what ifs” can feel overwhelming. What if they get...
by Larea Mcqueen | Caregiving
Understanding Dementia and the Holiday Season The holiday season is a time of joy, love, and togetherness, but for those living with Dementia and their caregivers, it can be a challenging and emotional period. The holidays can be especially tough for individuals with...
by Larea Mcqueen | Caregiving
Caring for someone with Alzheimer’s or dementia is one of the most loving—and loneliest—jobs in the world. It’s a kind of loneliness that sneaks up on you quietly at first. You start by making small sacrifices—skipping dinner with friends, turning down weekend plans,...
by Larea Mcqueen | Caregiving
Welcome to a topic that’s close to my heart — finding ways to bring more joy and connection to our loved ones with dementia. 💜 The road can be tough, but there’s something simple and powerful we can do every day to make it brighter: engaging activities. 💡 Why...
by Larea Mcqueen | Caregiving
Caring for a parent with dementia is hard enough. But when that parent is living with a spouse who doesn’t understand—or refuses to accept—the changes that dementia brings, the challenges multiply.I see this so often in families. The frustration, the anger, the tears…...
