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Re: It's been four months since DW died
my DH died three days ago after living with Alzheimer’s for the last 8/9 years. I am grieving but I have been grieving for years as I lost a bit of him at a time. This is hard to explain to people.12 -
Re: Clinginess
I’ve attached some resources that may be helpful. https://us.v-cdn.net/6037576/uploads/9ADRFPISXDJI/anosognosia-and-dementia-agingcare-com.pdf https://us.v-cdn.net/6037576/uploads/EVYRNERK1HZG/dbat.p…3 -
Re: Clinginess
I also think it’s a form of shadowing due to anxiety and is common. His world is falling apart and you are his primary caregiver and lifeline. He’s afraid you will leave him. Based on your descriptio…4 -
Re: Clinginess
All these things sound very typical. The 4pm restlessness could be a form or sundowning. All the rest of it is probably a manifestation of anxiety. Certain medications may help with these behaviors. …4 -
Re: Thank you
Thank you all. My husband’s death was a sad thing and a big thing, but it was not a bad thing. Bless you all as you continue this journey.2 -
Re: What Is Looking After Yourself
I am an artist and have a studio in the loft. Right now, DH is alright spending his time watching sports and playing sudoku, so I have 4-5 hours in the studio. I have an alarm on the front door so I …4 -
Re: What Is Looking After Yourself
https://alzconnected.org/discussion/comment/259816#Comment_259816 That response from the VA just disgusts me. These men and women took the oath, stepped across that line, signed that blank check to o…3 -
Re: Update: Mood swings and anger issues
My sister is 71yrs not officially dx yet. Unable answer certain questions...like the presidents name. Was found unconscious in her car a few months. She is denial of this. She's paranoid very an…5 -
Re: Mom is still Transitioning
I'm so sorry to hear this. Does the hospice have a chaplain you can call? There should also be some volunteers that might be able to spend time with you while you wait.2 -
Re: Mom passed away 10/5/25 at 12:09 pm
I am sorry for your loss.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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