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Re: A new task, self catheterizing my husband
@trottingalong I’m so sorry that yet another challenge has been added to an already difficult journey. The thought of having to cath my husband would intimidate me… you’re amazing and an inspiration.…3 -
Re: Bible Verse to Lift You Up 11/15/2025
Ronnie, I appreciate your post and Bible verses. My favorite verse is Joshua 1:9 Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid, do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you…3 -
Re: Giving thanks for you
I’m also thankful to this group. I don’t know what I would have done if I hadn’t found it. I felt scared and alone until I came here. 💜2 -
A new task, self catheterizing my husband
I knew when the urologist informed my husband he needed to learn how to self cath, that meant me. The list of skills I have acquired as a caregiver gets longer and longer. It never crossed my mind th…12 -
Progression
So moms been in an Amazing ALF. She loves it. I love it it literally is the best blessing. That said recently last 6 months or so, when I pick her up on Sunday our weekly visit at my house ( I go the…3 -
Re: agitation and aggressive behavior
thanks, it’s been ruled out. Just progressing through the disease4 -
Re: Thankful
I signed in this evening feeling gratitude for the people who post on this forum, and what do I find but you saying the very things I am thinking and feeling! We are not alone, for sure. I am gratefu…2 -
Re: Terrified!
My DH (stage 6) is entering year 12 since Alz diagnosis. He is very healthy physically. All of his bloodwork is perfect. A neighbor’s wife was 19 yrs from diagnosis to passing. I try to just live in …4 -
Re: Need to say no
https://alzconnected.org/discussion/comment/259336#Comment_259336 It's absolutely okay to post! I lost my husband in January and mother in March (both had dementia w/comorbidities). This was my …4 -
My mom just said she is the most comfortable she has been in her life
I know this won’t last. She came home for a visit. We’re hanging out on the couch watching Yule log after a meal I cooked (poorly). She is on hospice, needs an aide 6 hours a day, and hardly says ful…8
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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