Frequently Asked Questions
Does Dazey’s Diary offer resources for Alzheimer’s caregivers?Yes—but not the fluffy kind. You’ll find real Alzheimer’s caregiver stories, practical lessons learned the hard way, and links to tools, books, and support that actually help when you’re exhausted, angry, and still showing up.
Who is this Alzheimer’s caregiver blog really for?IThis blog is for the caregivers who didn’t exactly volunteer—they got drafted. The burned‑out daughters, exhausted partners, and default decision‑makers doing the real work while everyone else narrates from the sidelines. If you’re caring for someone with Alzheimer’s or dementia and you’ve ever been called dramatic, ungrateful, or “too much” for telling the truth about how hard it is, Dazey’s Diary is for you.
How can I donate to support Dazey’s Diary and this caregiver memoir?Head to the Donate Dazey’s Diary page. One‑time or monthly support helps keep this messy, honest Alzheimer’s caregiver memoir online and makes it easier for burned‑out caregivers to find it when they need it most.
What is Dazey’s Diary and why did you start this Alzheimer’s caregiver blog?Dazey’s Diary is a darkly funny, brutally honest Alzheimer’s caregiver memoir disguised as a blog. I started it from inside “The Bubble” and “The Cottage” after getting handed full responsibility for a fierce, stubborn woman with Alzheimer’s—plus the family denial, late‑night calls, paperwork, and drama that came with her. I couldn’t find spaces that told the truth about how disorienting, infuriating, and heartbreaking this really is, so instead of screaming in the car forever, I started writing it down: the receipts, the rage, the tiny wins, and the parts everyone else pretends don’t happen.
Can you recommend resources for family members of Alzheimer’s patients?Yes. Alongside my own stories, I highlight books, support groups, and caregiver resources that don’t gaslight you into thinking this is easy. Start with the posts tagged caregiver resources and Alzheimer’s tips.
What makes you different?Most Alzheimer’s caregiver spaces want a Hallmark ending. I don’t. Dazey’s Diary tells the truth from inside the mess: the late‑night calls, the family denial, the receipts, the rage, and the tiny wins that keep you going. No sugar‑coating, no sainting the caregiver, no “we’re so blessed” filter—just dark humor, real stories, and the stuff you usually only scream in the car.