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Re: So many posts remind me. . .
so sorry. Once they have trouble swallowing they go downhill quickly. Hugs.1 -
Re: It's time
I am so sorry that you have to place your DH into care. My DH is beginning to forget major events in our lives together. That breaks my heart. I know the day may come when I won't be able to care for…2 -
Re: It's time
I’m battling with the same problems. I don’t know how long I can keep this up but I adore this man after 54 years of marriage. He has been waking at night on the hour from 2am getting out of bed, wan…7 -
Re: 10 things "I've" learned about MC's.
That's a great list @ghphotog . One other thing I did — after my sister passed away, I sent an email to the executive director, the director of resident services, the memory care director, and a coup…4 -
Re: It's time
Jeanne it is heartbreaking, but I’m here to tell you you will survive this. The loss is awful but is inevitable, and placement is itself a loving act. None of us likes to have to ask for help.7 -
It's time
My husband's progression keeps marching on. His gait has been unsteady and this week he had a bad fall. In the end he had some bad bruising, but thankfully no other injuries. He's had two more falls …11 -
Re: Im new to this...Looking for guidance
also talk to an Elder Care Attorney for other options.1 -
Re: Im new to this...Looking for guidance
read the book “The 36 Hour Day” which helped me after my husband’s diagnosis. First priority Durable Power of Attorney. Medicare doesn’t help much. In many states if he qualifies financially he can h…1 -
Re: Im new to this...Looking for guidance
I'd focus on safety as well and there may be dangers that are not obvious to you. As you allude to, your dad is still driving but you sense it may not last long safely. In reality, the time may have …1 -
Re: Im new to this...Looking for guidance
Welcome! This is a great staging tool you might find helpful. There are other great resources in the group section under new caregiver help. This forum is a great place to go to ask questions, get in…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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