Alzheimers: Our Journey Will Not Be In Vain

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Fast-forward to today. It's about eight months later, but it seems like a lifetime. I am proud of what has been accomplished by both of us in our journey thus far. I will share my list of our accomplishments with you. I hope you may share in my joy.

• I volunteer for our local Alzheimer's Association. Free education is great!
• Mom has entered into Alzheimer's disease research trials.
• Mom and I have filmed a news release on the research trials she is in.
• My brother and I are also involved in research on the children of parents with Alzheimer's. Since I was adopted, I am a "control subject."
• Mom is continuing to golf and bowl and socialize, with the help of many friends who take her and "coach" her through the rough spots.
• I have risen above the depression and taken on the warrior role.
• I joined an exercise group and take care of myself more now than ever.
• I rejoined my family. Gosh, my kids grew up without me!
• Mom has joined a support group for people that have Alzheimer's.
• I joined a support group for caregivers.
• I go to classes specifically for caregivers that the local Area Agency on Aging offers.
• I post on the best message board on the web. I gather strength, courage, and knowledge from the other people who post.
• I am redirecting my life and my next potential career towards healthcare, specifically healthcare in the dementia field.

"I have learned that I can't meet all of her needs and still be her daughter."

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