A Date, Detour, and Deep Breaths: Zetty's Seizure Emergency

One minute I’m on the couch kikiing with my line sister and getting ready for a real date. The next minute I’m sprinting upstairs, dialing 911, and locking eyes with my mom as she seizes on the floor. That’s the truth of dementia caregiving: plans can evaporate instantly, and you still have to think clearly while your body floods with adrenaline. I walk you through the seizure emergency step by step, including what I see, what I say to the 911 operator, and why that question “What do you need?” can feel impossible when you’re in shock. We also talk about practical caregiver preparation like keeping a grab-and-go bag of medications, building habits that save precious time, and knowing your loved one’s baseline when they can’t answer basic ER questions. You’ll hear the moments of grace too: a physical trainer who handles my mom with tenderness and skill, and a friend who shows up without being asked, drives behind the ambulance, and later rescues us from a discharge with no ride. I share what it’s like advocating for someone with advanced dementia in the emergency room, why dementia-friendly ER care matters, and how I try to stay flexible when the fear hits hard. If you’re supporting a parent with Alzheimer’s, dementia, seizures, or complex medical needs, this story will feel familiar and grounding. Subscribe, share this with a caregiver who needs it, and leave a review so more families can find us. Support the show "Alzheimer's is heavy but we ain't gotta be!" IG: https://www.instagram.com/parentingup FB: https://www.facebook.com/parentingup YT: https://www.youtube.com/@parentingup TEXT  'PODCAST"  to  +1 404 737 1449  - to give J topic ideas, feedback, say hi! Be sure to leave us a review!