by Eleanor Yap | Nov 13, 2012 | Caregiving
This retiree shares his caregiving experience with his wife who has Alzheimer’s disease.   BY: Eleanor Yap   Seventy-three-year-old retiree John Ee is no stranger to Alzheimer’s disease. He is a caregiver to his 76-year-old wife, Jeannette, who suffers from...				
					
			
					
											
								
							
					
															
					
					 by Eleanor Yap | Oct 30, 2012 | Caregiving
An author of a children’s book delves into the serious topic of Alzheimer’s disease. BY: Eleanor Yap   “Where’s Grandma?” is a simple and easy-to-read book that brings to light the relationship of a young boy named Luke and his best friend – his Grandma. They...				
					
			
					
											
								
							
					
															
					
					 by Eleanor Yap | Sep 27, 2012 | Caregiving
Caring for a loved one with dementia can be a very stressful situation as he or she will not be able to communicate like a normal individual. Find out strategies you can use to make your communication better.   BY: Pee Lay Lay   To communicate with a person...				
					
			
					
											
								
							
					
															
					
					 by Eleanor Yap | Feb 28, 2012 | Caregiving
Telling stories before we forget, two young passionate men share their feat to reduce stigma of dementia and provide support for caregivers.   BY: Joanne Tok   When one shares about a story about himself or herself, minds are thrilled, hearts are stirred and even...