Mom loved to spend time with her family on holiday!
Mom is enjoying a little party and presents for Christmas!
Mom and I enjoying a special New Years Eve!
Mom in her new home and her new outfit - all dressed up for the Spring Fling!
Mom always loved the Beauty Parlour!
Mom is always up for a fancy outfit and a good laugh!
One of the most beautiful smiles in the world!
Mom and I enjoying the Christmas Season!
Mom enjoying a special drink and her new hat and flowers on Mother's Day!
Mom just had a cupcake for her birthday and is enjoying the sunshine and her flowers!
PHOTOS
It is very difficult to have a loved one go through Alzheimer's but it is much more difficult for the person with Alzheimer's.
While my mom had Alzheimer's I found different ways to celebrate special times and communicate with her.
She still loved animals, jewellery, clothes, getting her hair done, music, going to social events and sitting with me watching funny TV shows.
She also loved treats so I always brought something special for her to eat that the nurse had approved of.
Click on the photo to see what my mom was doing!
TIPS FOR HAVING A GOOD VISIT WITH A LOVED ONE WITH ALZHEIMER'S
1. Try to be a happy, uplifting person in your loved one's life! Hug them and tell them you love them!
2. Bring something they love like flowers or a treat!
3. Let them relax and just be with you. I think even if they can't show it, they know you are there.
4. Watch a funny show with them or listen to music.
5.If it's a nice day, take them outside to the garden. Just make sure they wear a hat.
6. If they are staying in a home that has events, join them. This was one of my favourite things to do with my mom!
A loved one with Alzheimer's needs our love and support more than ever.
My mom was not able to communicate the way she used to but we still found ways to share some good times and I treasure the moments we had together.