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My name is Perla Castro. I am a Guatemalan American living in the Chicagoland area. My mother Lesbia (Mami) was diagnosed with Early Onset Alzheimer’s at 54. She is now in her 60s and in the final stages of the illness.
I am sharing my family’s experience with Alzheimer’s in the hope that the information and resources I pass on will ease your journey through the disease, and allow you to continue to have meaningful interactions with your loved one.
Stories from Our Journey
Living Love
A reflection on how love and connection remain strong, even in the final stages of Alzheimer’s.
Coconut Water
A sweet memory of caregiving and how her mother’s love for her parents continues to shine through.
Phases
A tough update on the progression of the disease, and the resilience it demands from caregivers.
Taking Care
An honest realization about the importance of taking care of yourself while caring for others.
Reconnecting with Friends
A moving encounter that reveals how memories fade, but emotions can still find their way through.
Would you like to share your own caregiving story?
If you’ve learned valuable lessons or want to share your experience, we’d love to hear from you.