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AlzAuthors is the global community of authors sharing personal stories about Alzheimer's & dementia. With contributors on six continents, we offer the most comprehensive collection of dementia literature by caregivers and authors.
A listener to our podcast shared this lovely essay with us describing how his mother's Alzheimer's enables her to experience joy in this stage of life, when some may say all is lost.
All She Wants to Do Is Dance
After moving his mother, 92 and living with Alzheimer's, to a nursing home, a joyful transformation occurred.
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December 1, 2025 at 3:34 PM
A listener to our podcast shared this lovely essay with us describing how his mother's Alzheimer's enables her to experience joy in this stage of life, when some may say all is lost.
We’re happy to share exciting news from our friends at the Dementia Spring Foundation: the 2025 Dementia Arts Fellows have been announced!
This year’s Fellows are advancing creative, community-centered storytelling around dementia.
Read the news release: dementiaspring.org/news-updates...
This year’s Fellows are advancing creative, community-centered storytelling around dementia.
Read the news release: dementiaspring.org/news-updates...
November 30, 2025 at 9:00 PM
We’re happy to share exciting news from our friends at the Dementia Spring Foundation: the 2025 Dementia Arts Fellows have been announced!
This year’s Fellows are advancing creative, community-centered storytelling around dementia.
Read the news release: dementiaspring.org/news-updates...
This year’s Fellows are advancing creative, community-centered storytelling around dementia.
Read the news release: dementiaspring.org/news-updates...
On this Veterans Day, we honor and recognize those who have fought for our freedom. Your commitment and sacrifice mean the world to us. Thank you for your service! alzauthors.com/ #VeteransDay #caregiversupport
November 11, 2025 at 6:01 PM
On this Veterans Day, we honor and recognize those who have fought for our freedom. Your commitment and sacrifice mean the world to us. Thank you for your service! alzauthors.com/ #VeteransDay #caregiversupport
Learning new approaches and more ways to cope can help you feel more in control of an Alzheimer's or dementia diagnosis. AlzAuthors provides quality resources to help you navigate your journey and plan for the future. You are not alone! alzauthors.com/#caregiversu... #dementiaawareness
November 9, 2025 at 6:49 PM
Learning new approaches and more ways to cope can help you feel more in control of an Alzheimer's or dementia diagnosis. AlzAuthors provides quality resources to help you navigate your journey and plan for the future. You are not alone! alzauthors.com/#caregiversu... #dementiaawareness
In this AARP article, Marianne Sciucco shares her story of how she responded to her stepfather’s odd behaviors, leading to a dementia diagnosis. Recognizing early signs of cognitive impairment is important. Seeking an evaluation has many benefits. www.aarp.org/caregiving/m... #dementiadiagnosis
Early-Warning Signs of Serious Illness: What Caregivers Should Watch For
When something seems ‘off’ with a loved one, talk to their doctor to rule out whether it’s a sign of a serious health issue
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November 8, 2025 at 3:08 PM
In this AARP article, Marianne Sciucco shares her story of how she responded to her stepfather’s odd behaviors, leading to a dementia diagnosis. Recognizing early signs of cognitive impairment is important. Seeking an evaluation has many benefits. www.aarp.org/caregiving/m... #dementiadiagnosis
Caring for someone with dementia can feel like navigating a maze without a map. One of the most powerful tools we have is the support we share with each other. AlzAuthors has quality resources created from personal experience to offer clarity, strength, and hope. alzauthors.com/
November 2, 2025 at 2:14 PM
Caring for someone with dementia can feel like navigating a maze without a map. One of the most powerful tools we have is the support we share with each other. AlzAuthors has quality resources created from personal experience to offer clarity, strength, and hope. alzauthors.com/
For people with dementia, Halloween can be confusing and frightening. It's best to keep things simple and avoid scary masks and decorations. AlzAuthors offers valuable resources to navigate Alzheimers and dementia all year long. Have a safe and happy #Halloween! alzauthors.com/ #AlzAuthors #dementia
October 30, 2025 at 12:21 PM
For people with dementia, Halloween can be confusing and frightening. It's best to keep things simple and avoid scary masks and decorations. AlzAuthors offers valuable resources to navigate Alzheimers and dementia all year long. Have a safe and happy #Halloween! alzauthors.com/ #AlzAuthors #dementia
Memory care is not a punishment—it’s a lifeline. Dive into this week’s AlzAuthors episode with Shari Ross for honest, uplifting insight on supporting loved ones through dementia. Listen now! #AlzAuthors #CaregivingJourney alzauthors.com/dementia/exp...
October 8, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Memory care is not a punishment—it’s a lifeline. Dive into this week’s AlzAuthors episode with Shari Ross for honest, uplifting insight on supporting loved ones through dementia. Listen now! #AlzAuthors #CaregivingJourney alzauthors.com/dementia/exp...
With the unpredictable nature of caregiving, letting the day naturally unfold instead of adhering to a fixed schedule leads to a calmer environment. It's self-care that benefits caregiver and recipient. AlzAuthors offers valuable resources to help you thrive on the #dementia journey. alzauthors.com/
October 3, 2025 at 2:01 PM
With the unpredictable nature of caregiving, letting the day naturally unfold instead of adhering to a fixed schedule leads to a calmer environment. It's self-care that benefits caregiver and recipient. AlzAuthors offers valuable resources to help you thrive on the #dementia journey. alzauthors.com/
"This documentary isn’t easy to watch, but it’s so important to know what’s really happening." Powerful words from award-winning filmmaker Susie Singer Carter, who opened up about her mother’s journey with Alzheimer’s.
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#AlzheimersAwareness #CaregivingJourney #Dementia
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#AlzheimersAwareness #CaregivingJourney #Dementia
October 1, 2025 at 1:00 AM
"This documentary isn’t easy to watch, but it’s so important to know what’s really happening." Powerful words from award-winning filmmaker Susie Singer Carter, who opened up about her mother’s journey with Alzheimer’s.
alzauthors.com/alzauthors-a...
#AlzheimersAwareness #CaregivingJourney #Dementia
alzauthors.com/alzauthors-a...
#AlzheimersAwareness #CaregivingJourney #Dementia
When we share we learn. AlzAuthors offers 150+ podcasts on the Alzheimer's and dementia journey told from personal experience. Listen to a podcast today! alzauthors.com/podcast #internationalpodcastday #podcast #dementiapodcast #sharingourstories
September 30, 2025 at 11:01 AM
When we share we learn. AlzAuthors offers 150+ podcasts on the Alzheimer's and dementia journey told from personal experience. Listen to a podcast today! alzauthors.com/podcast #internationalpodcastday #podcast #dementiapodcast #sharingourstories
Fiction can be a safe space to explore a difficult topic. In "Requiem for the Status Quo", Irene Olsen shares her Alzheimer's journey with her father. alzauthors.com/alzheimers/m... #alzheimersstories #alzheimersbooks
September 21, 2025 at 12:30 AM
Fiction can be a safe space to explore a difficult topic. In "Requiem for the Status Quo", Irene Olsen shares her Alzheimer's journey with her father. alzauthors.com/alzheimers/m... #alzheimersstories #alzheimersbooks
At AlzAuthors, we hope to provide you with tools to light your way as you provide care to someone with Alzheimer's or dementia. Discover the 100's of quality resources we've gathered - books, blogs, films, and podcasts - vetted by caregivers and authors. AlzAuthors.com #AlzAuthors #dementiacare
September 20, 2025 at 2:00 PM
At AlzAuthors, we hope to provide you with tools to light your way as you provide care to someone with Alzheimer's or dementia. Discover the 100's of quality resources we've gathered - books, blogs, films, and podcasts - vetted by caregivers and authors. AlzAuthors.com #AlzAuthors #dementiacare
Caring for a mother who abandoned her in the past was a challenge Susan Landeis did not see coming, but the real surprise was the loving closeness her mother's illness gave to her. Listen to her story on our podcast. pod.co/alzauthors-u...
September 20, 2025 at 1:00 AM
Caring for a mother who abandoned her in the past was a challenge Susan Landeis did not see coming, but the real surprise was the loving closeness her mother's illness gave to her. Listen to her story on our podcast. pod.co/alzauthors-u...
Caring for someone with dementia is HARD. Yet each and every effort you make to keep them safe and healthy is valued and important. Find support for your dementia journey at AlzAuthors.com. We've got hundreds of quality books, blogs, podcasts, and films to make you a better caregiver.
September 19, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Caring for someone with dementia is HARD. Yet each and every effort you make to keep them safe and healthy is valued and important. Find support for your dementia journey at AlzAuthors.com. We've got hundreds of quality books, blogs, podcasts, and films to make you a better caregiver.
Many of our authors used humor as a coping mechanism on their dementia journeys. Discover a world of resources at AlzAuthors.com, some will make you laugh, and laughter is good for all of us. #AlzAuthors #Alzheimerscare #dementiacare #memorycare #caregiving #caregiver
September 19, 2025 at 12:00 AM
Many of our authors used humor as a coping mechanism on their dementia journeys. Discover a world of resources at AlzAuthors.com, some will make you laugh, and laughter is good for all of us. #AlzAuthors #Alzheimerscare #dementiacare #memorycare #caregiving #caregiver
“If you read a book or two, you’ll come away a better caregiver.” Wisdom from the AlzAuthors Film Fest. Catch the replay of our first film discussion with Mary Crescenzo about her film, "Planet A." alzauthors.com/caregiver-gu... #DementiaCare
September 18, 2025 at 10:30 AM
“If you read a book or two, you’ll come away a better caregiver.” Wisdom from the AlzAuthors Film Fest. Catch the replay of our first film discussion with Mary Crescenzo about her film, "Planet A." alzauthors.com/caregiver-gu... #DementiaCare
Behind every caregiver and every person with dementia, there’s a unique and powerful story. Mary Crescenzo’s play-turned-film, "Planet A," captures the good, the bad, and the beautiful moments on this journey. alzauthors.com/caregiver-gu...
September 17, 2025 at 11:30 PM
Behind every caregiver and every person with dementia, there’s a unique and powerful story. Mary Crescenzo’s play-turned-film, "Planet A," captures the good, the bad, and the beautiful moments on this journey. alzauthors.com/caregiver-gu...
Today is National Read a Book Day! Why not spend some time with a good book? AlzAuthors has 100’s of carefully vetted books on Alzheimer’s and dementia to help you care for someone diagnosed with one of these diseases or to simply learn more about them. Visit AlzAuthors.com. #ReadaBookDay #read
September 6, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Today is National Read a Book Day! Why not spend some time with a good book? AlzAuthors has 100’s of carefully vetted books on Alzheimer’s and dementia to help you care for someone diagnosed with one of these diseases or to simply learn more about them. Visit AlzAuthors.com. #ReadaBookDay #read
Caregivers, families, and advocates—this is for you. The AlzAuthors Film Festival delivers support, connection, and storytelling in a whole new way. View powerful films at your own pace, then meet the filmmakers in live online discussions. alzauthors.com/alzauthors-a... #CaregiverSupport
September 2, 2025 at 11:31 AM
Caregivers, families, and advocates—this is for you. The AlzAuthors Film Festival delivers support, connection, and storytelling in a whole new way. View powerful films at your own pace, then meet the filmmakers in live online discussions. alzauthors.com/alzauthors-a... #CaregiverSupport
The Rev. Cynthia Huling Hummel is living with Alzheimer's. Here she tells us about life after diagnosis, her ministry as an advocate for those living with dementia, and her exhaustive schedule of activities, filled with the arts, education, and many surprising adventures. pod.co/alzauthors-u...
September 1, 2025 at 12:09 AM
The Rev. Cynthia Huling Hummel is living with Alzheimer's. Here she tells us about life after diagnosis, her ministry as an advocate for those living with dementia, and her exhaustive schedule of activities, filled with the arts, education, and many surprising adventures. pod.co/alzauthors-u...
Rise above the frustrations and challenges of caring for someone with dementia. Visit AlzAuthors.com to discover 100's of quality resources to chart your caregiving course. #dementiacare #dementiaresources #dementiajourney
August 31, 2025 at 3:09 PM
Rise above the frustrations and challenges of caring for someone with dementia. Visit AlzAuthors.com to discover 100's of quality resources to chart your caregiving course. #dementiacare #dementiaresources #dementiajourney
When a family member is diagnosed with dementia, children are along for the journey. In this beautifully illustrated children's book, Kathryn Harrison offers a gentle way to explain what's happening. pod.co/alzauthors-u...
August 31, 2025 at 12:09 AM
When a family member is diagnosed with dementia, children are along for the journey. In this beautifully illustrated children's book, Kathryn Harrison offers a gentle way to explain what's happening. pod.co/alzauthors-u...
When the tasks of dementia caregiving become too much take a moment to catch your breath and know that you are not alone. AlzAuthors offers hundreds of carefully vetted resources to help you be the best caregiver you can be. alzauthors.com #dementiacaregiver #caregiverresources
August 30, 2025 at 2:09 PM
When the tasks of dementia caregiving become too much take a moment to catch your breath and know that you are not alone. AlzAuthors offers hundreds of carefully vetted resources to help you be the best caregiver you can be. alzauthors.com #dementiacaregiver #caregiverresources
A recent report claims Americans are reading less and less. At AlzAuthors we believe in the power of reading, shared knowledge, and shared stories. Discover our collection of 400+ carefully vetted books, blogs, and other resources at AlzAuthors.com. Sharing our stories makes us stronger.
August 30, 2025 at 1:31 AM
A recent report claims Americans are reading less and less. At AlzAuthors we believe in the power of reading, shared knowledge, and shared stories. Discover our collection of 400+ carefully vetted books, blogs, and other resources at AlzAuthors.com. Sharing our stories makes us stronger.