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Re: Why isn't Alzheimer's mentioned more?
I have come to terms in my mind with this question. The answer I came up with was it's several factors. My DW died in April of 2023. I spent 7 years after diagnosis both caring for her and study…8 -
Re: Why isn't Alzheimer's mentioned more?
Exactly. I had some concerns about my mom and while her PCP did take our concerns seriously and did order bloodwork/imaging. He did an abbreviated version of the MoCA (like 3 questions) which she pas…2 -
Re: Sad for DH, sad for me
I feel selfish for even thinking what about me while she is suffering this disease but I do think what about me? Thank you @BPS for putting in writing what I’ve been feeling guilty about for so long…4 -
Re: Why isn't Alzheimer's mentioned more?
I agree with you. I often wonder the same. I also wonder why the medical field isn’t more knowledgeable about the disease also. It also seems as though younger people are getting it. We are truly lef…7 -
Re: Advice on how to reply with DH lack of recognition
I once used that tactic of leaving the room, changing my clothes, pulling my hair back and re entering the room saying loudly, Hi Honey, do you need anything? He asked if I had seen the lady who was …4 -
Re: Traveling is a problem
Michele P, Thank you for your input on Project life Saver. It sounds great. Unfortunately, my DH has never worn a watch and doubt he would start now. This is what I’m doing now to track him. All my f…3 -
Re: Why isn't Alzheimer's mentioned more?
I have had the same thought for years. I have been the most disappointed in the Healthcare system. Too many doctors and others in the field don't know how to deal with an alzheimers patient. I s…6 -
Re: How to respond / deal with the almost obsessive past work talk
Thank you all for your thoughtful comments and sharing of your experiences. I too am helped knowing I'm not alone. I have to add that I think some of my feelings on this is that I can see he…5 -
Early Onset
Hello. I am new here and came searching for support and connection. My sister, age 55, was Dx with MCI several months ago as the doctors continued all the testing. We just received confirmation that …2 -
Re: How to respond / deal with the almost obsessive past work talk
My DH passed away 6 months ago but this conversation brought back a lot of memories. He used to tell stories to people who didn't know him well. He built himself up so much that people were alwa…3
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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