Alzheimer's Caregiver
My name is Kathy, and I am the primary caregiver for my 79 year old Dad who has Alzheimer's disease and lives with me in North Carolina. I am writing a daily blog that shows the lighter side of caring for someone with dementia... [more]
My name is Kathy, and I am the primary caregiver for my 79 year old Dad who has Alzheimer's disease and lives with me in North Carolina.
I am writing a daily blog that shows the lighter side of caring for someone with dementia.
Please pass this link along to anyone you feel would enjoy it.
www.KnowItAlz.com
Thanks,
Kathy
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