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Alzheimer’s Disease: Dancing Helps This Couple Heal

Arlene Boyd’s Alzheimer’s diagnosis changed so much of her life with her husband Richard, but dancing together still brings them joy.

An older man undergoes walking physical therapy with guidance.

5 Steps You Can Take to Protect Your Loved One from Falling

By Ashley Lateef4 min read

Alzheimer’s and dementia can lead to falls, and potentially serious injuries, but there are ways to keep your loved one safer.

Pets as Caregiving Companions

In this video, three people discuss the caregiving role their pets played in their households.

Where to Find the Right Caregiver Support Group

By Lakelyn Hogan4 min read

Support groups can help caregivers feel less isolated and more able to cope with challenges

Edward Grinnan’s Christmas Memories

Guideposts Editor-in-Chief Edward Grinnan shares an inspiring story about his mom at Christmastime.

What Prayer Can Do: Divine Nourishment

By Jeannie Hughes2 min read

She was at the end of her rope while looking after her mother with Alzheimer’s. Then this caregiver received an unexpected food delivery.

Patty Rose cares for father with help of God's grace

Reconnecting Through God’s Grace

By Patty Rose7 min read

She left home at 18, certain she’d never see her father again. Suddenly, with the help of God’s grace, she was caring for him like he’d never done for her.

5 Evening Activities for Someone with Dementia

By Ashley Lateef2 min read

From movies to music, discover activities caregivers can plan for their loved ones

Grandmommie Waited to Go to Heaven

By trudy-harris2 min read

Her time had come to go home to heaven, but she knew how hard it would be for her loved ones…

Conditions That Can Put the Brakes on Driving

By Elin Schold Davis, American Occupational Therapy Association4 min read

It’s important to be familiar with the medical conditions that impact a senior loved one’s ability to drive—and which adaptive strategies may help them stay behind the wheel.