Dealing with a parent with Alzheimer’s or any other form of dementia is a tremendous challenge — not only physically and emotionally, but financially and legally as well. At Surprenant & Beneski, P.C., our estate planning/elder care attorneys have an in-depth understanding of what care for such patients involves and...
My Mom Has Dementia But Her Name Is Still on the Property Deed. How Can I Transfer the Deed Over to Me?
When dealing with a complex problem like the one this question raises, it is essential to have a trustworthy elder law attorney at your side. In Southeastern Massachusetts, contacting one of the skilled, compassionate elder law attorneys at Surprenant & Beneski, P.C. will provide you with the excellent the legal counsel you...
Alzheimer’s Association providing local support
By Jennifer Hoadley, CDP
Regional Manager, Southeastern MA
Alzheimer's Association, Massachusetts/New Hampshire Chapter
Alzheimer’s is a disease that impacts the entire family and takes a devastating toll on people living with the disease as well as their loved ones. Today, there are more...
2Sisters Article: What Are the Benefits of Memory Care?
Written By: Michelle Woodbrey, Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP), Certified Senior Advisor (CSA)® Chief Executive Officer, 2Sisters Senior Living Advisors
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You’ve thought about it, talked about it, and very likely worried about it: will your loved one need to move into a memory care community? This is a difficult...
Bayada Article: Coping as a Dementia Caregiver
Nearly 55 million people worldwide are living with some form of dementia, while millions more are impacted as family and professional caregivers. When coping with some of the challenging behaviors which often come with a dementia diagnosis it’s important to remember how to prevent or appropriately respond to anger and aggression to...
Alzheimer’s Family Support Center Support Schedule of Support Groups
Bourne Caregivers Support Group 1st Monday of the month, 10:00-11:30AM Keystone Place at Buzzards BayBrewster Caregivers Support Group, Dementia Support Group (run simultaneously)1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month, 1:00-2:30PM Maplewood Brewster (Route 124) Men's Early Stage / MCI Coffee & Conversation Group 3rd Thursday of the month, 10:00-11:00AM Maplewood Brewster (Route...
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AgingCare Article: Compassion Fatigue: When Caregivers Go Beyond Burnout
Most caregivers experience times when the fatigue and frustration of providing care for a loved one can border on caregiver burnout. Even though I’ve handled caring for multiple elders and their unique needs reasonably well, there have been moments when I’ve wondered how much longer I could keep it up.
Legal Planning for Individuals with Memory Loss
Creating a plan for your future in the early stages of the disease to ensure your wishes are met can be empowering. The sooner legal plans are established, the better prepared you and your family will be! It is nor-mal to feel overwhelmed by the details of legal planning, but remember that...
Guideposts Article: Kate Mulgrew’s Toughest Role: Alzheimer’s Caregiver
The Star Trek: Voyager actress spent nine years caring for her beloved mother as she dealt with the debilitating disease.
by Kate Mulgrew
“Kitten,” my mother said to me one day, “you should be my mother.”
I was all of 14 years old, the oldest girl...
AARP Article: Tony Bennett’s Battle With Alzheimer’s
For four years, the legendary singer and his family have kept his secret. Now, they're breaking their silence
By John Colapinto
Part One: “It's Just Another Gift"On an afternoon in early November, I arrived at Tony Bennett's home on the 15th floor...