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Re: 50 years
Hello Crushed, Melissa died in August last year so I don't hang out here much anymore. Logged in today because I am going to recommend the site to a friend, so I figured I would see what was new…12 -
50 years
In a few days we will have our 50th wedding anniversary. I know for a certainty that she is the best thing that ever happened to me in my life. She last recognized me in 2017 and has been bedridden s…19 -
Re: Toddler comparison
@Karen-luvsumer - I'm with you on this. It may be a rant, but I think it resonates with a lot of us. I agree with others that charts that sometimes describe the abilities of those with Alzheimer…5 -
Combative and Unreachable
I'm reaching out to the most knowledgeable group of individuals who never wanted to be here, hoping someone may have some insight and guidance as I have reached my wall. My DH, love of my life, …7 -
Re: Mush
I get it. Mainly, I listen to my DH talk and I nod and say “uh huh” occasionally. Anything I say is either confusing to him, upsetting, or misunderstood. Have to be careful about tv because sometimes…6 -
Re: Medicaid and Nursing Homes: Not Political: Just Necessary to Speak Our
The goal is to cut Medicaid to make up for the proposed tax cuts.5 -
Re: Why isn't the cavalry coming?
@jehjeh said: When my dear sister had cancer she was seen immediately by an oncologist. The social worker introduced himself and explained to us both about the support available to her. Whenever she …5 -
Mush
My brain is turning to mush. Can anyone else relate to this? My DH not only has VD he also has APHASIA so we often live in silence. We have quite a few activities together walking, sailing, gardening…6 -
Re: Why isn't the cavalry coming?
I have wondered the same thing myself. I have read how some doctors take a pessimistic view specializing in dementia. Like it is the black hole of medicine. Lot's of effort for very little resul…8 -
Why isn't the cavalry coming?
Warning: Rant coming When my dear sister had cancer she was seen immediately by an oncologist. The social worker introduced himself and explained to us both about the support available to her. Whenev…18
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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