Author Archives: davidlazaroff

Joy: The Primary Focus of Care

Posted on October 10, 2011 by davidlazaroff

I assert that love, joy, and companionship are the fundamental requirements of Alzheimer’s care.  Any other care that may be regulated and enforced to ensure physical health and safety should be delivered in the context of ensuring the presence of … Continue reading →

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The Upward Spiral of Joy

Posted on October 3, 2011 by davidlazaroff

Today has everything the world offers.  Look no further for your next action or your next joy.  The door to the world of joy is open today. Beware expectations of the future.  We have only today.  Today the world turns.  … Continue reading →

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The Difference Between Alzheimer’s and Dementia

Posted on September 26, 2011 by davidlazaroff

People at my talks often ask me, “What is the difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia?” According to the Merriam-Webster Medical Dictionary, “disease” is “an impairment of the normal state of the living animal or plant body or one of its … Continue reading →

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Hiring Friendship in a Care Home

Posted on September 19, 2011 by davidlazaroff

Are you happy with all the caregivers at a facility where a loved one lives? The job descriptions of caregivers do not say “friend”.  So, don’t expect it.  Their performance is not evaluated on their friendship.  So, don’t expect it.  … Continue reading →

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Friendship – the Vehicle of Joy

Posted on September 12, 2011 by davidlazaroff

What can make the difference in caring for someone with Alzheimer’s Disease? Friendship. When caregivers and those with Alzheimer’s are friends, they are watching out for each other.  A friend does not miss an upset and can enter your world … Continue reading →

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A Present For You

Posted on September 6, 2011 by davidlazaroff

This present is for you. This is ALL there is. I am happy you are here NOW. I am happy to be here with you. Please enjoy this present. Recall the love in your life. Recall your friends. Recall all … Continue reading →

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Frail and Laughing

Posted on January 5, 2011 by davidlazaroff

Carl’s time in his body is nearing completion.  His weight continues to drop from about 230 lbs. a year ago to about 170 lbs. today.  His body is bony.  He is stooped over when sitting and when standing or shuffling … Continue reading →

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Sex, Addictions, and Enlightenment

Posted on January 3, 2011 by davidlazaroff

I have an affinity for the female human form.  I experience it as appreciation, awe, desires, and urges.  I also experience it as complaints, sadness, and separation.  It’s not the female form that does all this to me.  It’s my … Continue reading →

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Do What You Really Want To

Posted on January 2, 2011 by davidlazaroff

I have a lot of things I can do.  You have many things you can do.  We have choices… lots of choices. This morning I have some of my favorite distractions calling me.  I have my music calling me.  I … Continue reading →

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This Year Has Everything You Want in Life

Posted on January 1, 2011 by davidlazaroff

This year has everything you want in life.  Are you ready to receive it? Happiness, joy:  The real thing.  Go for it!  Happy New Year!  When you declare it, it is so.  When you are looking for the happiness life … Continue reading →

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