Steve

Steve

Writing about Open Class Action Lawsuits and Dementia Science and Tips since 2019!

Change of scenery for dementia patient

For people living with dementia, a change of scenery can be more than just a simple outing—it can be a meaningful way to improve their well-being and quality of life. Dementia often brings challenges like confusion, anxiety, and feelings of…

How Long Do People With Alzheimer’s Disease Live?

People diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease generally live for several years after their diagnosis, but the exact length of time varies widely depending on many factors. On average, most people live about **8 to 10 years** after being diagnosed with Alzheimer’s.…

The Last Birthday She Remembered

The Last Birthday She Remembered Birthdays are often filled with joy and celebration, but for some, they can be bittersweet reminders of life’s fleeting nature. Imagine a birthday that becomes the last one someone remembers, a day that marks the…

We Don’t Talk About the Future Anymore

There’s something quietly unsettling about the phrase *“We don’t talk about the future anymore.”* It hints at a shift, a change in how people relate to what lies ahead. Once, talking about the future was natural—plans were made, dreams shared,…

He Thought I Was His Wife—So I Became Her for a Minute

There’s a story that captures a strange, almost surreal moment when someone is mistaken for another person—specifically, when a man thought I was his wife. In that brief instant, I became her—not just in name but in presence and role.…

Why I Don’t Argue Anymore

I don’t argue anymore because I’ve realized that most arguments don’t really solve anything—they just drain energy and create distance. When I used to argue, it often felt like a battle where one person had to win and the other…

Our Conversations Are Shorter, But Still Sacred

Our conversations today tend to be shorter than before, but that doesn’t mean they’ve lost their value. In fact, even brief exchanges can hold a special kind of sacredness if we pay attention to how we engage with one another.…

Even in Confusion, She Looks for Beauty

Even when life feels tangled and confusing, she chooses to look for beauty. It’s not about ignoring the chaos or pretending everything is perfect. Instead, it’s a quiet strength—a way of seeing that even in the hardest moments, something good…

How I Learned to Say Goodbye Every Day

Learning to say goodbye every day is not about constantly letting go of things or people; it’s about embracing change and finding peace in the present moment. It’s a mindset that helps you appreciate what you have while being open…

It’s Okay to Mourn the Living

Grief is often thought of as something that happens only after someone dies. But the truth is, **it’s okay to mourn the living**—to grieve losses that don’t involve death but still leave a deep ache inside. This kind of grief…