Memorable Mondays — Stories of Alzheimer's

This week's Memorable Monday post celebrates a special bond between a mother with Alzheimer's and the Memorable Pet given to her by her daughter. Memorable Pets are known for creating these simple, yet very important, gestures of comfort and care for patients with Alzheimer's and dementia. Julia’s Mother is 95 and Always Sleeps with Her Memorable Pet Golden Retriever Dog (Originally Posted Nov 22nd, 2013) Written by: Bettina Dickson Julia, a customer of ours from California, says her 95-year-old mother always sleeps with her Memorable Pet golden retriever! Her mother loves her pet dearly and Julia also told us that when she...

Today's Memorable Monday post reaffirms the play and entertainment needed by loved ones with Alzheimer's as they mentally regress into childhood. Just like young children, patients with varying degrees of Alzheimer's enjoy games, puzzles, and playing with and caring for dolls and stuffed toys. People With Alzheimer’s Need Entertainment (Originally published Feb 19th, 2013) Written by: Bettina Dickson When my mother was with us, I remember how much she loved to “play” and be entertained. I used to dance and sing for her and she would just get so tickled and laugh until she almost cried! Of course, her beloved Caldonia,...