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Re: Life is getting harder...
Ty all who posted in response to my post. I appreciate the advice and will try curb side pick up, it would lessen that chore and stress surrounding it. Posting here and reading your responses makes m…8 -
Re: Life is getting harder...
Thank goodness we have this platform where we can have a shared experience… I know I say it often, but I am so very grateful for all of you, for the wisdom you share, for the care you give, for the t…5 -
Re: Out of state “friends” hardly there and know everything
I'd like a quarter for every time some one tells me to "remember to take care of myself".6 -
Re: Out of state “friends” hardly there and know everything
I’m a pretty easy going person and if someone wants to share idea with me on how I might handle a difficult situation I’m ok with that ( even if they don’t have a clue what they are talking about). I…4 -
Re: Out of state “friends” hardly there and know everything
wow! This really connects with me as well, as I have received more than my share of unsolicited 'advice' from my husband's family. I have zero interest in ever having contact with any …5 -
Re: Incontinence
Same issue here, expensive heavy duty overnight underwear not working. Thanks heavens for large pads for the bed. Going to try the jumpsuit.1 -
Re: Losing Weight, Looking for Advice
That definitely could be impacting a number of things. Hopefully, you will find the right balance for her. Best of luck. Keep us posted.2 -
Re: Life is getting harder...
This is my first time here and your post sounds so much like what I'm going through at this moment in life. He was just diagnosed 3 months ago. He's struggling so much with this as an I. I …8 -
Re: Life is getting harder...
This is my first time on this app. And I came across your message and I feel in your shoes…. My husband is facing a drivers test in the near future because of doctors reporting…. He’s coming unglued …11 -
Re: Life is getting harder...
Yep. Welcome to the world of being Caretaker. Now, all responsibility for everything falls to you. Even if your DH was able to do some chores, you couldn't depend on him to do them. How i cope? …6
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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