I’m making Thanksgiving dinner for some of dear caregiving friends. I’ll be making the main meal and they will bring the sides and desserts. I can’t wait! 🦃

It is fascinating what medical research leads to. Today I saw an article about a finger-prick test that brings Alzheimer’s detection closer to everyone. https://neurosciencenews.com/finger-prick-test-alzheimers-28069/

Ahead of my trip to NY for Thanksgiving, I purchased the following best seller to be better prepared for handling the situation with my uncle who has Alzheimer’s. https://www.amazon.com/Creating-Moments-Along-Alzheimers-Journey/dp/1557537607

Thanksgiving is next week and I’ve got mixed feelings. Leaving my clients doesn’t feel good, but seeing family will be awesome. At the same time, my uncle has Alzheimer’s and I’m concerned about what I’ll witness in person. Wish me luck!

I feel the need to post in this group. So many caregivers are wonderful and focused on patient safety, but some are pre-occupied and don’t realize how important it is to stay attentive. I came across this recently, as I took on a new client who had fallen twice under the eye of another caregiver. Stay vigilant!

Here’s a helpful article I found as I deal with Mitral Valve Prolapse. https://www.premierhealth.com/your-health/articles/women-wisdom-wellness-/living-with-mitral-valve-prolapse

It continues to be very difficult watching my uncle deteriorate. What a brutal disease!

It’s hard to believe that Thanksgiving is next week. Fortunately, I get some time to myself that weekend and will be heading to the gym, seeing a movie, and actually going on a date. Take time all caregivers for your self-care, whatever it looks like for you!