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Re: Stages of Alz
Thank you for the links. I believe my DH is in stage 6. He displays most of the characteristics as well as some from Stage 7. It's good to know what might lie ahead in his progression. Both of h…3 -
It'd how to go ir alone?
I was diagnosed year ago this month. Ill be 60 and seems been losing focus sometimes uhm frustrated sometimes just saying things probably shouldn't. I do forget somethings like where i delivered…4 -
Re: Wants me near always
I really appreciate your post. It feels similar to my situation and is full of insight, especially about the hospital delirium. I've considered the fact that my husband may not click with any re…5 -
Re: Need to say no
@jehjeh @howhale Thank you for sharing your stories. I can relate. Yesterday was one year since he died. The run-up to the anniversary was worse than the actual day. I've been forcing myself to …1 -
Re: Need to say no
It is just four months for me. All of these symptoms and feelings are part of grief. You don't get "over" it. It becomes part of who you are. You are not going to be the same. It is a …2 -
Re: Useful resource, IDK?
I definitely understand the PTSD from past events. For us, it’s wildfires. In 2021 we evacuated for a couple of weeks due to a fire that grew to over 197,000 acres. Be safe and take care!1 -
Not one to post pics or memes, but this struck a chord
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Sad for DH, sad for me
The other night when DH came in to visit and have his nightly glass of wine, he started talking about some money that was deposited from a small income source and then tried explaining to me why the …17 -
Re: Partner to a Caregiver
I just want to say, bless you for bringing some light to the very dark life of caregiving. Your partner is lucky to have you.1 -
Re: Need to say no
By the way, today, for some reason was particularly exhausting for me. I didn't do anything, just laundry ( I keep doing housework…)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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