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Re: Sleep, sleep, sleep.
that’s wonderful she still works in her garden. Wonderful to be outside2 -
Re: Sleep, sleep, sleep.
same thing here. Lots of sleep and solitaire. She also likes to work in her garden and will go out there and weed for a couple of hours. I think that’s good fresh air and sunshine.2 -
Re: Sleep, sleep, sleep.
it’s the disease. Their brains are trying to make sense of their new world and they get tired and shut down.3 -
Re: Thought we were going to lose her
ghphotog, my heart goes out to you and your family. I can’t imagine all the emotions you’re feeling right now. My prayers are with you and with your dear wife.1 -
Re: How much information to share with DH?
I have mentioned dementia a few times and it did not go well. Now I really just avoid any mention of her condition since it really would not change anything. At some point, if medication is needed I …2 -
Re: How much information to share with DH?
Thank you - it sounds like your approach is working well. How would you respond if she asks you directly if she has Alzheimers or dementia? My DH is already asking me these kinds of questions…1 -
Re: How much information to share with DH?
My wife knew there was a problem so as she was tested and after I have given her all the information she wanted, but no more details then she needed. Since her diagnoses almost 9 years ago I don't th…3 -
Re: How much information to share with DH?
Only you will know how much to divulge/share. I would take cues from your DH's reactions. I was very transparent with my DH because we both needed answers. It took almost a year to finally get a prel…3 -
How much information to share with DH?
My DH has been showing signs of cognitive decline for a while. We are beginning this journey to get a diagnosis, which (as you all are well aware) will include a lot of testing and doctor appointment…3 -
Re: Do I s*ck at caregiving?
You are my caregiving twin. My sister said to me today, 'you obviously don't love him' if you let him stay in bed. I educate myself as much as possible but there really is no road map. His daughter s…4
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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