Alzheimer's Disease Awareness T-Shirts and Gifts for Caregivers and Family
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Learning To Live With Alzheimer's Disease
Learn about Alzheimer's Disease awareness and shop for Alzheimer's support t-shirts. It's hard to lose a loved one to Alzheimer's disease. I started this lens to offer Alzheimer's Disease online resources to family members and caregivers. Find awareness t-shirts and gifts, links and reviews for many Alzheimer's websites.
Ways To Raise Alzheimer's Awareness
Simple suggestions for getting involved with the fight against dementia.
Here are some things you can do to help raise awareness and be involved in the fight against Alzheimer's Disease in your own neighborhood
- Donate money to your favorite Alzheimer's research facility or the Alzheimer's Association.
- Add an awareness sticker to your auto.
- Go visit a local Alzheimer's care facility; give everyone a big hug!
- Wear an Alzheimer's awareness t-shirt to work on dress down day.
- Write a letter to your Senator or representative, reminding them of the need for better services for Alzheimer's families living with this disease.
- Participate in a community Alzheimer's Awareness Day walk.
Personalized Alzheimer's Disease Tshirts and Support Gifts
Add custom name or quote for Alzheimers Walks or Remembrance
Awareness T-shirts.com carries an extensive collection of buttons, t-shirts, hats and more for Alzheimer's Awareness, plus ribbon apparel and gifts for many other awareness issues - breast cancer, diabetes, AIDS, osteoporosis and many other kinds of cancer. Ribbon shirts, survivor hope, support for caregivers etc.
Personalize these Alzheimer's purple awareness ribbon designs with the name of your loved one who has Alzheimer's Disease.
Learning To Live With Alzheimer's
Alzheimer's Disease is tough... I know, I lived with it everyday. Seeing my Mom slowly deteriorate over the past few years was rough. She lived with us for almost five years until her death in 2008 and the toll it took on our whole family is immense. At the end, we finally chose to place her in a local nursing home because the care she required had become more than our family could provide on its own. It was an agonizing decision and we were continually adjusting. In Feb. 2008, my mom lost her battle with Alzheimer's. We need research to combat the effects of this difficult condition, which affects everyone in the family, not just the patient. With children still at home (ages 19, 16 and 11) while I cared for Mother, it was a balancing act to meet everyone's needs. Even though the nursing home was 1 1/2 miles from our house, it was so very hard not to have Mother with us like we used to.That is why I started Memory Lane Alzheimer's Shoppe and Awareness Ribbon t-shirts, to help raise awareness and give support to family members and caregivers for Alzheimer's patients. You will find t-shirts, mugs, bumper stickers, tote bags, even teddy bears, all with designs that relate to memory loss, caregiver support, awareness and research. Check out some of our designs below.
If you have a story you'd like to share, please add it to the comments section. Want to suggest a great blog, lens or website with Alzheimer's info? Let me know, and I'll add it here.
Thanks for visiting... I hope you'll find some support in knowing you aren't alone in living with Alzheimer's disease.
Alzheimer's Caregiver Poll
With America aging rapidly, many adults are finding that they have parents to care for while they are still raising their own children. Are you responsible for a parent with Alzheimer's? How are you handling it? Respond to our poll here:
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Links To My Favorite Alzheimer's Sites
Check out some of my favorite Alzheimer's sites online... I hope you'll find them useful too. There is a multitude of information available to help caregivers as they make decisions regarding their loved ones. You never have to feel that you are alone!
- Alzheimer's Association
- Links and information on everything from warning signs and diagnosis, to research and treatments, to local chapters and the safe return program (for patients that wander.)
- The Memory Shoppe Alzheimer's T-shirts And Gifts
Please visit our brand new Alzheimer's Memory Shoppe on Zazzle.com; shop for great looking Alzheimer's awareness tote bags, awareness t-shirts and gifts for caregivers or Alzheimer's Disease family members and patients. Alzheimer's Awareness Postage is also available.- National Institute On Aging
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact List and links to Eldercare Locator and other helpful resources.
- Alzheimer's Foundation
- The Alzheimer's Foundation Of America offers a website full of basic info, helpful links and up to date research and caregiver tips.
- Dementia Program Cares For Caregivers
- This is an excellent, up to date article from The Seattle Times about local day care programs to help ease the burden of caregivers, and prevent earlier than necessary admissions into nursinghomes for Alzheimer's patients.
- Alzheimer's Safe Return Program
- Read here about the Alzheimer's Organization "Safe Return" Program. With an estimated 60% of Alzheimer's sufferers wandering away from their homes at one time or another, it is vital that all people with Alzheimer's disease be part of this program! Registration is required, and jewelry is provided at a minimal cost - don't let your loved one be without it!
- Dementia Guide
- This is a very helpful website for keeping track of dementia symptoms in your loved one. It also provides good info and is worth taking a look at. There is a 15 day free trial, which I am currently signed up for. Don't know what the charge is after that but I will report more in coming weeks.
- Will Work For The Elderly lens
- Check out this interesting squidoo lens about the importance of Elder Care and funding. Nice youtube video clip!
- How Alzheimer's Affects Daily Life video
- This video is well produced and poignant, showing several individuals who are living with Alzheimer's daily. It is pro-stem cell research.
- SENSE OF SMELL MAY SIGNAL ALZHEIMER'S
- Here's an interesting study on how the sense of smell may signal the onset of Alzheimer's Disease.
- Another Great Alzheimer's Lens
- Here's another great Alzheimer's lens with excellent offerings for caregivers. Lots of links to products that will make caregiving easier.
- Alzheimer's Disease Awareness License Plate Frames
Shop here for license plate frames with purple ribbons or Alzheimer's Disease awareness slogans. These are a great way to raise awareness about Alzheimer's dementia and the need for research.- UK Alzheimer's Resources
- UK Alzheimer's resources, articles, products and more!
Beautiful Tributes To Parents With Alzheimer's Disease
Occasionally I come across a beautiful tribute someone has made about a parent they've lost to Alzheimer's disease. I hope you take time to read some of these. They will give you hope and remind you that others are living or have lived with the same thing you are now.
- Artful Journey Blog - Alzheimer's Post
- I was so touched by the beautiful video in this blog post! The writer's mother passed some of her Alzheimer's time in creating tiny works of art with bits of nature. Not permanent ones, just something to fill her time, but luckily for the rest of us the writer took time to photograph the creations and put them together in a video that you can view from the blog.
Design Your Own Alzheimer's Support T-shirts
Add a photo or awareness message.
Here's a great way to make chapter t-shirts for fundraising or special events - design it yourself with this sleek online tool that lets you add your own slogan and/or photo, with no need to have a computer program to do it. Just visit Virtuoso T-shirt Designer and follow the directions. Great for families, caregivers, support groups and anyone who wants to make and wear an awareness shirt.
NOVEMBER IS ALZHEIMER'S AWARENESS MONTH!
November is a great time to show your support.
Many people associate October with Breast Cancer awareness because they see the many pink ribboned products in grocery and discount stores. But most do not know that November is Alzheimer's Awareness month! So it's time to put on your purple ribbons and tell people that there is a great need for continuing research into the causes and treatment for Alzheimer's Disease dementia.
If you have a family member or friend who has been affected by Alzheimers Disease, then you know how important it is to keep the message alive.
If you have a family member or friend who has been affected by Alzheimers Disease, then you know how important it is to keep the message alive.
KIDS ALZHEIMER'S SUPPORT T-SHIRTS
Cute Alzheimer's Awareness baby and toddler tees
Let kids show support for a Grandparent or other loved one with Alzheimer's Disease with one of these cute purple ribbon designs for children. Personalize them with a name, Alzheimer's Walk date or memorial message.
Good Articles About Alzheimer's
Pick up some great tips about Alzheimer's Care
Dealing with Alzheimer's is tough. Here are some articles that can help you make difficult decisions in choosing proper care for your loved one, or learn more about handling day to day Alzheimer's symptoms and behaviors.
- Camp For Alzheimer's Patients
- This article gives a list of very good communication tips for keeping the discussion about Alzheimer's open and comfortable in your family, plus shares stories of patients who have attended weekend Alzheimer's camp outings.
- How Exercise Might Help Ward Off Alzheimers
- Can exercise keep Alzheimer's at bay? Read this article, then you decide.
- New Test May Help Determine Alzheimer's Early
- This article describes a test being used to detect the very early onset of Alzheimer's so that it could be treated before the disease progresses.
- Risk Factors For Alzheimer's Disease
- This article focuses on some of the risk factors including genetic indicators that might lead to a diagnosis of Alzheimer's Disease. Continued research will help us understand and diagnose sooner, so these indicators may change as we learn more.
Raise Awareness With Alzheimer's Support Buttons
Alzheimer's Disease designs raise awareness.
Wearing a button to work or around town is an easy way to show support for needed Alzheimer's research.You can also wear one to remember your parent or grandparent with dementia. Alzheimer's Disease affects so many families; help fight it now.
10 Warning Signs Of Alzheimer's Disease
Checklist of Alzheimers warning signs for seniors from the Alzheimer's Association
10 WARNING SIGNS OF ALZHEIMER'S - from the Alzheimer's Association. Please visit their site and consider giving a donation during November.
1. Memory loss. Forgetting recently learned information is one of the most common early signs of dementia. A person begins to forget more often and is unable to recall the information later.
What's normal? Forgetting names or appointments occasionally.
2. Difficulty performing familiar tasks. People with dementia often find it hard to plan or complete everyday tasks. Individuals may lose track of the steps involved in preparing a meal, placing a telephone call or playing a game.
What's normal? Occasionally forgetting why you came into a room or what you planned to say.
3. Problems with language. People with Alzheimer's disease often forget simple words or substitute unusual words, making their speech or writing hard to understand. They may be unable to find the toothbrush, for example, and instead ask for "that thing for my mouth."
What's normal? Sometimes having trouble finding the right word.
4. Disorientation to time and place. People with Alzheimer's disease can become lost in their own neighborhood, forget where they are and how they got there, and not know how to get back home.
What's normal? Forgetting the day of the week or where you were going.
Purple Ribbon Alzheimer's Keychain keychain
Purple Ribbon Alzheimer's Keychain by memoryshoppe of Union Eight
Should I be concerned?
If you've noticed memory changes that are worrying you, call us
anytime at 1.866.ALZ.4199.
5. Poor or decreased judgment. Those with Alzheimer's may dress inappropriately, wearing several layers on a warm day or little clothing in the cold. They may show poor judgment, like giving away large sums of money to telemarketers.
What's normal? Making a questionable or debatable decision from time to time.
6. Problems with abstract thinking. Someone with Alzheimer's disease may have unusual difficulty performing complex mental tasks, like forgetting what numbers are for and how they should be used.
What's normal? Finding it challenging to balance a checkbook.
7. Misplacing things. A person with Alzheimer's disease may put things in unusual places: an iron in the freezer or a wristwatch in the sugar bowl.
What's normal? Misplacing keys or a wallet temporarily.
8. Changes in mood or behavior. Someone with Alzheimer's disease may show rapid mood swings - from calm to tears to anger - for no apparent reason.
What's normal? Occasionally feeling sad or moody.
9. Changes in personality. The personalities of people with dementia can change dramatically. They may become extremely confused, suspicious, fearful or dependent on a family member.
What's normal? People's personalities do change somewhat with age.
10. Loss of initiative. A person with Alzheimer's disease may become very passive, sitting in front of the TV for hours, sleeping more than usual or not wanting to do usual activities.
What's normal? Sometimes feeling weary of work or social obligations.
1. Memory loss. Forgetting recently learned information is one of the most common early signs of dementia. A person begins to forget more often and is unable to recall the information later.
What's normal? Forgetting names or appointments occasionally.
2. Difficulty performing familiar tasks. People with dementia often find it hard to plan or complete everyday tasks. Individuals may lose track of the steps involved in preparing a meal, placing a telephone call or playing a game.
What's normal? Occasionally forgetting why you came into a room or what you planned to say.
3. Problems with language. People with Alzheimer's disease often forget simple words or substitute unusual words, making their speech or writing hard to understand. They may be unable to find the toothbrush, for example, and instead ask for "that thing for my mouth."
What's normal? Sometimes having trouble finding the right word.
4. Disorientation to time and place. People with Alzheimer's disease can become lost in their own neighborhood, forget where they are and how they got there, and not know how to get back home.
What's normal? Forgetting the day of the week or where you were going.
Purple Ribbon Alzheimer's Keychain keychain
Purple Ribbon Alzheimer's Keychain by memoryshoppe of Union Eight
Should I be concerned?
If you've noticed memory changes that are worrying you, call us
anytime at 1.866.ALZ.4199.
5. Poor or decreased judgment. Those with Alzheimer's may dress inappropriately, wearing several layers on a warm day or little clothing in the cold. They may show poor judgment, like giving away large sums of money to telemarketers.
What's normal? Making a questionable or debatable decision from time to time.
6. Problems with abstract thinking. Someone with Alzheimer's disease may have unusual difficulty performing complex mental tasks, like forgetting what numbers are for and how they should be used.
What's normal? Finding it challenging to balance a checkbook.
7. Misplacing things. A person with Alzheimer's disease may put things in unusual places: an iron in the freezer or a wristwatch in the sugar bowl.
What's normal? Misplacing keys or a wallet temporarily.
8. Changes in mood or behavior. Someone with Alzheimer's disease may show rapid mood swings - from calm to tears to anger - for no apparent reason.
What's normal? Occasionally feeling sad or moody.
9. Changes in personality. The personalities of people with dementia can change dramatically. They may become extremely confused, suspicious, fearful or dependent on a family member.
What's normal? People's personalities do change somewhat with age.
10. Loss of initiative. A person with Alzheimer's disease may become very passive, sitting in front of the TV for hours, sleeping more than usual or not wanting to do usual activities.
What's normal? Sometimes feeling weary of work or social obligations.
More Alzheimer's Education Items
Keep up to date with these Alzheimer's books from Amazon.com
Grandma At Our House
One thing my Mom enjoyed doing was spending time on the porch in nice weather. This was before the sundowning started to get bad enough that she could no longer go outside alone. She loved to whistle at the birds! Cute Purple Ribbon Teddy Bear Alzheimer's Support Gifts
Mugs, Sigg bottles and magnets show Alzheimer's support.
Little Alzheimer's bear gifts have teddy bear in purple holding a purple ribbon to raise awareness about Alzheimer's dementia. It's nice for all ages but kids especially will love to wear it to show support for a grandma or grandpa with Alzheimer's.
My Alzheimer's Blog
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Shop for Alzheimer's ornament gifts to raise awareness.
Buy a beautiful Alzheimer's Awareness Tree Ornament or Keepsake Gift to remember someone you love. We have personalized Alzheimer's Ribbon ornaments and pretty purple ribbon Christmas tree ornaments or car hangers. Choose from two sided ceramic ornaments, silver framed premium ornaments with ribbon hangers and dementia ribbon designs, penguin awareness ornaments and much more.
Alzheimers Disease Awareness Bear Keepsake by memoryshoppe
Alzheimer's Awareness Penguin Support Gift by memoryshoppe
Alzheimers Disease Awareness Bear Keepsake by memoryshoppe
Alzheimer's Awareness Penguin Support Gift by memoryshoppe
More Alzheimer's Lenses
Please visit these Alzheimer's lenses to learn more and to help with research and treatment.
Personalize a Purple Ribbon T-shirt For Alzheimers Awareness
Great for family or community Alzheimers Walks
Add a name to a t-shirt, hoodie, baby shirt, bib, button, even a dog t-shirt to wear for a November Alzheimer's Awareness Day Walk. Or get someone you love a special purple ribbon gift that is personalized with their name.
Alzheimer's Caregivers On Twitter
Follow tweets about Alzheimer's caregiving.
Keep up to date with other twitter folk who post about Alzheimer's caregivers.
Great Stuff on Amazon About Alzheimer's Disease
Alzheimer's Awareness Tote Bags
It's easy to raise awareness by carrying a purple ribbon tote.
Carry one of these canvas Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Tote Bags to work and show support wherever you go.
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Alzheimer's And Other Awareness Designs
Personalize an Alzheimer's Gift or Tshirt at Awareness Ribbon Tees.
My Awareness Ribbon Tees store at Zazzle has purple Alzheimer's ribbon designs that you can personalize with a name or slogan. Also find many other awareness products to choose from.
Losing A Parent To Alzheimer's Disease
Support for those of us left behind.
My mother lost her battle with Alzheimer's Disease on February 15, 2008. It was hard to see her slip away from us but also a relief to know she is in a better place. My faith has been a blessing over the past weeks.
Here are links to some articles that offer support specifically for those losing a parent to Alzheimers Disease:
On Losing A Mother, On Losing Memories
Losing A Loved One To Alzheimer's
Here are links to some articles that offer support specifically for those losing a parent to Alzheimers Disease:
On Losing A Mother, On Losing Memories
Losing A Loved One To Alzheimer's
Alzheimer's License Plate Frame Gifts
Add an important Alzheimer's Disease message to your car.
An easy way to raise awareness about Alzheimers dementia is with a license plate frame. Put one on the front and back of your auto! Stop Alzheimer's Now, I Miss My Mom - We Lost Her To Alzheimers and more.
Alzheimer's Awareness Postage Stamps
Alzheimers stamps are an easy way to raise awareness. Simply add them to your correspondence.
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ukdementia
Jan 10, 2012 @ 7:14 am | delete
- Great lens.
Can you place a link to my site http://www.dementia.co.uk in your links section.
We try to help people with all kinds of dementia in the UK
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BunnyFabulous
Jan 7, 2012 @ 1:48 pm | delete
- Lots of great products and a helpful list of what's normal and what's not. I lost two of my grandparents to Alzheimer's.
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catherinenbrooks Sep 1, 2011 @ 2:03 am | delete
- Useful lens.Good work...
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CarlThomp
Jul 7, 2011 @ 11:41 am | delete
- I am now going through that said situation with my father who has Alzheimer. We are currently trying to get him into a nursing home so that he ash 24-hour care and supervision. I understood the situation you went through. excellent lens.
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lr-duval
Jun 8, 2011 @ 6:08 pm | delete
- great products and useful information
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