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Re: Caregiver who is a nurse
Hi; I can validate what you are saying. I have been a nurse in dementia care for 20 years and now that my own father has memory issues I can’t handle it and I don’t want to. I just want my dad back. …2 -
Re: Now in stage 8
Such deep sadness can only be known after riding the highs and lows together. My DH and I have been married for 54 years and I cannot bear the thought of being apart. My thoughts are with you.3 -
Re: Just Sad
“Made me feel like I was a terrible person because I got frustrated. 24 hours a day, 7 days a week is a LOT of time to act like a saint!” Boy does this resonate! Newsflash—I am not a saint. I promise…6 -
Re: Now in stage 8
I’m so sorry for your loss. Cherish the memories you made together. I saw this today and it helped me. Praying for your comfort and strength in the coming days. 🙏💜5 -
Re: Now in stage 8
Thank you everyone for your kind words. Our kids have been making sure Im being kind to myself as we all adjust to this. Im happy that he is no longer suffering with this horrible disease, but miss h…5 -
Re: Just need to talk to my friends (211)
Lorita, I hope you continue to feel better. I also like Cream of Wheat. Eagle, several years ago I had an elevated Hgb A1C and was diagnosed as having diabetes. I told the endocrinologist that I didn…2 -
Re: Doing enough?
My Mother has PPA Early Onset, have not heard her voice in ten years. She is Strong!!! I make sure she has the calories she needs as I watch her still wither away, not fun.1 -
Re: PWD calling police repeatedly
https://alzconnected.org/discussion/comment/255262#Comment_255262 yep. He’s on the list for a room at the MC because we knew the day would come at some point.1 -
When or if or why to call ambulance if notable changes in bp and demeanor
hi all…my mom has late stage Alzheimer’s but lives at home with 24/7 care. My dad prob also has dementia but always thinks something is wrong. Yesterday she was much more dazed than usual and higher …2 -
Re: 92 Year Old Grandmother (Dementia due to aging) & 63 Year Old Uncle (Frontotemporal Dementia)
HI: I'm new here and need some help. My partner has been caring for a 63-year-old male with diagnosed and confirmed Frontal lobe dementia. Between her job and caring for him, she has not had tim…2
Commonly Used Abbreviations
DH = Dear Husband
DW= Dear Wife, Darling Wife
LO = Loved One
ES = Early Stage
EO = Early Onset
FTD = Frontotemporal Dementia
VD = Vascular Dementia
MC = Memory Care
AL = Assisted Living
POA = Power of Attorney
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