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Re: Sleeping more
It probably is part of the progression of his disease. The brain gets tired, and he probably needs the sleep.5 -
Caregiving Song
When your wife is diagnosed with Alzheimer's and you dedicate your life staying with her at a nursing home. This song is written for both of us. Being a caregiver is not easy, this is my way of …5 -
Re: Today’s Question?
Thank you for your question. I know you posted it in all seriousness and I certainly experienced similar behavior from my dear wife. But, just your phrasing brought a smile today. A smile in the mids…5 -
Re: Respite
Everyone tells me I need to take advantage of the respite being offered by friends - I have complied several times, however the fact that nothing is going to change with regard to caring for my spous…5 -
Re: DH and my constant sobbing
https://alzconnected.org/discussion/comment/268496#Comment_268496 It’s been only 4 days since my last post here and sadly I can no longer be “lucky” that my DW can go to the bathroom by herself. She …5 -
Re: PET scan
Hello! My DH was recently diagnosed with AD. It took me a year to get him to see a doctor as he absolutely did not see what I was seeing, and even now does not accept his diagnosis or symptoms. I hav…5 -
Re: Seroquel 25 mg
DW started at 25mg and it had no impact. She was moved to 50mg daily and things seemed to improve to a tolerable condition. We have been at 50mg daily for about 6 months. Among the many frustrating t…5 -
Re: Spits his food out
https://alzconnected.org/discussion/75633/spits-his-food-out DW went through a phase that lasted from the diagnosis eight years ago, for 5-6 years where she would think she was choking and would verb…6 -
Re: GUIDE Program - Experiences?
My husband has a Medicare Advantage Plan, so he doesn't qualify for GUIDE. If Ithought it would be helpful, I'd change his Medicare plan I see they offer "case management" and &qu…5 -
My husband passed at home March 18
It was a long journey with my husband. He is finally set free from this horrible disease. My wish came true to keep him home until the end. My whole life was taking care of him and a deep void is som…14
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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