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Re: No Time For Grieving
So sorry about your mom. A terrible loss at a terrible time. The angry /resentful feelings are so relatable and hurts deeply because you know it’s not our loved ones fault they have this awful diseas…1 -
Extremely overwhelmed
my husband is in the hospital, I spent Christmas there. When I got home I was so relieved. However all his many tests showed he was fine. Apparently his meds are the problem. We called 911 because he…4 -
Re: At peace
I’m so sorry for your loss Metta. I’m glad you were with him and able to tell him you love him at the end. I’m sure he felt your love and devotion. 💜1 -
Re: At peace
What a beautiful peaceful passing. So sorry for your loss but what a blessing to be with him and feel that love. Sending hugs.1 -
Re: An even sadder Day
Lordy, I feel so bad for you and DW. You must be totally exhausted. So scary how quickly things can turn. Hopefully she’s resting peacefully and maybe you can too a little. Keeping you two in my thou…1 -
Re: Christmas Decorations
She might let me just swap out the wreath on the door. I don’t know. Even if I could get away with it I’m sure I will get the stink eye and some snide comments. But there is no way she is going to le…1 -
Re: Blood test results - concerned
https://alzconnected.org/discussion/comment/259849#Comment_259849 https://alzconnected.org/discussion/comment/259849#Comment_259849 Ask if you can be put on a list for cancellations for an earlier ap…1 -
Re: Alone This Holiday?
Wishing peace to all the earthly angels who are here supporting and caring for their loved ones. How very much you are appreciated for your courage and your shared experiences. You have helped me in …4 -
Re: Alone This Holiday?
Dear Friends, I woke up thinking about all of you this morning. I am praying you can find some joy and peace today. With love, Gram3 -
Re: New
I know what you are feeling as you begin your terrible journey of this nasty disease. My DW was diagnosed with EOAD September of 2023 and the last Christmas we had was that same year. She has not rec…4
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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