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Re: The Cavalry didn't come......
Thank you for your replies. I forgot about Bill's brain reset - I need to work on that. I don't think I will ever forgive them for this. Especially his daughter (my step-daughter) who has criticized …9 -
Re: Brief & informative
This RN and newly minted caregiver for my DM with dementia appreciates it. Thank you for sharing.🌹2 -
Re: The Cavalry didn't come......
It’s really hard. My step-dad has been gone for 16 months and my mom for 7 months. I’ve yet to forgive my step-siblings and siblings for their refusal to help. I don’t care if I ever have contact wit…6 -
The Cavalry didn't come......
Last week, my DH had a mini-stroke. He has been declining quite rapidly, and the stroke made his decline even more significant. I have been struggling with all of the emotions surrounding a loved one…18 -
Re: Family Visit
https://alzconnected.org/discussion/73390/family-visit Hi Biggles, I just want to give you a hug right now and tell you that your son and daughter-in-law are grown ups and can be asked to help and un…2 -
Re: Just need to talk to my friends (207)
In my mind I think I can do a lot, but in actuality I have trouble getting things done. I can accomplish tasks but my stamina runs out early. Today I washed my car by hand and I paid my July bills at…1 -
Re: Meet N Greet
Welcome to the forum no one wants to be in! This forum saved me. I've been here almost 4 years and have learned so much. Dare I say, kindred spirits in the same lot. We may be on different boats but …5 -
Re: She walked out
Have you confirmed that she is at her daughter's place? Many PWD pack their bags and wander away, but they don't know where they're going. If she has a dementia diagnosis, she needs supervision and p…5 -
Re: Paying for MC
https://alzconnected.org/discussion/73389/paying-for-mc Even though I’m older I am in the same position. I am 68, my husband 81. We would basically have to use up our life savings. That would put me …3 -
Re: Feeling overwhelmed and tired of dealing with this disease
https://alzconnected.org/discussion/73343/feeling-overwhelmed-and-tired-of-dealing-with-this-disease I could have written this, I wish I could help you. I believe this disease is worse on the spouse.…5
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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