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How to Manage Pain in Alzheimer’s and Dementia

How to Manage Pain in Alzheimer’s and Dementia

by Larea Mcqueen | Jun 7, 2026 | Caregiving, Medical/health

Practical Ways to Improve Comfort, Reduce...

Finding the Right Dementia Facility: A Caregiver’s Guide

Finding the Right Dementia Facility: A Caregiver’s Guide

by Larea Mcqueen | May 24, 2026 | Caregiving, Resources

There often comes a point in the dementia...

What Happens If Something Happens to You?

What Happens If Something Happens to You?

by Larea Mcqueen | May 10, 2026 | Caregiving

If you are the main caregiver for someone with...

Dementia Choking and Aspiration Risk: What Caregivers Need to Know About Choking and Silent Aspiration

Dementia Choking and Aspiration Risk: What Caregivers Need to Know About Choking and Silent Aspiration

by Larea Mcqueen | Apr 26, 2026 | Caregiving, Medical/health, Safety

Most people don’t realize how common choking and...

When Caregiving Ends: Why You Feel Lost After Dementia Care

When Caregiving Ends: Why You Feel Lost After Dementia Care

by Larea Mcqueen | Apr 12, 2026 | Caregiving

When caregiving ends, most people expect grief....

Dementia Doctor Visits: What Caregivers Need to Know

Dementia Doctor Visits: What Caregivers Need to Know

by Larea Mcqueen | Apr 4, 2026 | Caregiving, Medical/health

Taking a loved one with dementia to the doctor...

Alzheimer’s, Dementia, and Healthcare: What Every Caregiver Needs to Know

Alzheimer’s, Dementia, and Healthcare: What Every Caregiver Needs to Know

by Larea Mcqueen | Feb 22, 2026 | Caregiving

Healthcare gets a whole lot harder when dementia...

How to Know When It’s Time to Get Help for Alzheimer’s or Dementia

How to Know When It’s Time to Get Help for Alzheimer’s or Dementia

by Larea Mcqueen | Feb 14, 2026 | Caregiving

Caring for someone with Alzheimer’s or another...

The Hidden Stress of Alzheimer’s or Dementia Caregiving

The Hidden Stress of Alzheimer’s or Dementia Caregiving

by Larea Mcqueen | Jan 24, 2026 | Caregiving

Caring for someone with dementia means your mind...

Why Some People With Dementia Refuse to Change Clothes

Why Some People With Dementia Refuse to Change Clothes

by Larea Mcqueen | Dec 28, 2025 | Caregiving

As dementia progresses, everyday routines like...

When Dementia Changes Their Personality: How to Understand the Shift

When Dementia Changes Their Personality: How to Understand the Shift

by Larea Mcqueen | Dec 14, 2025 | Caregiving

Dementia-Related Personality Changes: What...

How to Make Public Outings Easier for Someone With Alzheimer’s or Dementia

How to Make Public Outings Easier for Someone With Alzheimer’s or Dementia

by Larea Mcqueen | Nov 23, 2025 | Caregiving

Going out in public with a loved one who has...

How to Navigate The Dementia Journey During the Holidays

How to Navigate The Dementia Journey During the Holidays

by Larea Mcqueen | Nov 16, 2025 | Caregiving

Understanding Dementia and the Holiday Season ...

Why Alzheimer’s & Dementia Caregivers Feel Alone—and How To Change That

Why Alzheimer’s & Dementia Caregivers Feel Alone—and How To Change That

by Larea Mcqueen | Nov 9, 2025 | Caregiving

Caring for someone with Alzheimer’s or dementia...

Enhancing Quality of Life: Engaging Activities for Loved Ones with Dementia

Enhancing Quality of Life: Engaging Activities for Loved Ones with Dementia

by Larea Mcqueen | Nov 2, 2025 | Caregiving

Welcome to a topic that’s close to my heart —...

The Alzheimer’s Approach: Learning A Better Way

The Alzheimer’s Approach: Learning A Better Way

by Larea Mcqueen | Oct 24, 2025 | Caregiving

Alzheimer’s Is So Much More Than Memory Loss...

When A Spouse Doesn’t Understand Dementia: What Families Need To Know

When A Spouse Doesn’t Understand Dementia: What Families Need To Know

by Larea Mcqueen | Oct 19, 2025 | Caregiving

Caring for a parent with dementia is hard...

The Healing Power of Human Touch in Alzheimer’s & Dementia Care

The Healing Power of Human Touch in Alzheimer’s & Dementia Care

by Larea Mcqueen | Oct 12, 2025 | Caregiving

When words begin to fade, touch still speaks....

What Happens When Caregivers Know Dementia Types

What Happens When Caregivers Know Dementia Types

by Larea Mcqueen | Oct 3, 2025 | Caregiving

Most people think “dementia” just means...

Oral Care Tips for Dementia Caregivers: Preventing Aspiration Pneumonia

Oral Care Tips for Dementia Caregivers: Preventing Aspiration Pneumonia

by Larea Mcqueen | Sep 29, 2025 | Caregiving

When someone has Alzheimer's or dementia, daily...

Alzheimer’s & Dementia Safety: How to Spot Signs of Abuse

Alzheimer’s & Dementia Safety: How to Spot Signs of Abuse

by Larea Mcqueen | Sep 14, 2025 | Safety

When most people think about Alzheimer’s or...

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Larea McQueen, RN, Certified Dementia Specialist

With 30 years of nursing experience and a personal understanding of dementia caregiving, I have been helping families navigate Alzheimer’s and other dementias through education, support, and practical caregiving resources since 2009.

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