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Re: In Loving Memory of “Jo C”
Dear Susan and family, Johanna was such a special person. I came back to this place after seven years and I was secretly hoping Johanna would be here, so it’s sad she died, but now I get to see her b…1 -
Re: Avoid all types of confrontation?
I can't seem to get over the anger that comes from knowing how many families are struggling through this, yet, for the most part, we all seem to be on our own. This site helps me a lot. Knowing that …2 -
Re: Angry
Burn out, pure and simple. 24/7 caretakingis hard, and draining. You need to find a way to get respite care if at all possible. I have times where I can roll with it, but then stretches where I just …6 -
Re: Avoid all types of confrontation?
You are all amazing. I felt so alone. My husband has been my best friend, and now I can't really talk to him about this or daily life. We went through months of doctor appointments and tests. And onc…4 -
Re: Just need to talk to my friends (207)
G'mornin. Iris— Thank bank teller joke sounds like one Carl would have come up with. 😉 Carl— I rarely stop at dad's grave or the closet where mom keeps my sister's ashes (behind her 12-month-supply o…1 -
Re: Just need to talk to my friends (207)
Still dealing with buyer on what he wants done and what im willing to do. Ron3 -
Re: Managing Early Stages
I completely understand! I don’t know that I can share any great advice since I am struggling myself. Mom needs a new pair of pants. She wants to go to the store to pick them out herself! When I took…3 -
Re: Here's what helped us <3
thank you! This will help so many.1 -
Re: Here's what helped us <3
Thank you so much for the tip. I will definitely look into them. I am sorry for your loss.1 -
Re: Here's what helped us <3
Library Ann— I am sorry for the loss of your dad. Thank you for circling back with some excellent advice. Zinnia looks like a wonderful idea. Dad was confused and frightened by most TV; this would ha…1
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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