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Re: Finally at Peace
https://alzconnected.org/discussion/comment/260437#Comment_260437 There were many days I sat with my dad as he slept. Those were sometimes the most peaceful visits because his disease was resting too…2 -
Re: Finally at Peace
@Klako I am sorry for your loss. What a blessing for him to have so gentle a passing with you at his side. HB2 -
Re: found out
We cope by doing what you just did. We sought information and support. Welcome! Here, you will find fellow caregivers who have also had terrible news delivered to us. We walk together, virtually, rec…2 -
Re: I am just learning my mom may have Alzheimers
I think you are right…denial. We are very close also and I said to my sisters I have no problem quitting my job and helping her and my dad. He is 84 legally blind and has issues with his legs. She ha…1 -
Re: Where do I start?
There is a lot to do at first and it will feel overwhelming. Poster H1235 gave good advice and listed out exactly what you should do. Is the senior services doing the assessment from her doctor is it…2 -
Re: Where do I start?
welcome to the place for info and support. We understand how you feel. It’s overwhelming. You’re not lost or alone. We know what you’re going through. I’m not familiar with senior services. Is it the…1 -
Re: Where do I start?
Welcome. Sorry you need to be here. There is so much to do in the beginning. One of the most important things is to see a lawyer. She should appoint a durable power of attorney, a medical poa, a livi…2 -
Re: Where do I start?
We don’t know a lot about your situation like if you have siblings or if you live close to your mom, etc. H1235 gave you a lot of good advice. Get the book The 36hr Day so you can begin to understand…2 -
Re: Angry
https://alzconnected.org/discussion/comment/248826#Comment_248826 This has been the case with me too. My husband immediately forgets what I say so he doesn’t get angry if I’m impatient and act annoye…1 -
I wish you all peace
This is an extremely difficult, unexpected journey we are all on. Every day has so many challenges, it sometimes feels like the rest of life is passing us by because our loved ones and our focus have…20
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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