Memories

We all value our memories. Thoughts about friends, loved ones, and experiences. But we often take them for granted. What would happen if you were losing your memories? What would that do to your personal relationships? How would people remember you if you can't remember them? These questions may sound abstract to most of us, ut for patients with Alzheimer's disease (AD), this is a very real worry.

Spending time with family
after an Alzheimer's diagnosis
is important.

Coping with Alzheimer's is no simple matter. Right now there is not cure and most treatments have not yet been proven. But what can you do? I mean, there has to be something, right?

You are right.

While we can't cure the disease, you can work to make sure that the right care and support are provided. You can help to raise awareness so that millions of people with AD and their families know that they are not suffering alone. You can take care of your health, rest, and coordinate possible treatments and a care plan with your doctor. Also, be sure to take advantage of the time at the early stages of the disease and visit with those you care about. Saying 'goodbye' and may not be what you would like to do, but pretending that the disease is not serious and taking the opportunity to spend this valuable time with family and friends is missing an opportunity that many who have passed on quickly might have wished they'd had.