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Re: How to get through the holidays
@martylongo I hear what you're saying. The holidays are frequently difficult for those of us who have lost or are losing loved ones. It seems like everywhere we turn there is a reminder that triggers…1 -
Re: Anyone else taking care of otherwise healthy dementia patient?
As prescribed, that combination is likely given to reduce the risk of a cardiovascular event— stroke or heart attack. Calcium channel blocker for BP. Statin for cholesterol. Low-dose aspirin to reduc…1 -
Re: Apologies...
I think the moderator was out of line to censor your honest feelings. If you cannot let your raw emotions out among people who are here to support one another, then where can you do that? We all are …10 -
Re: Apologies...
You are a great contributor. I agree with everyone above, keep using the words that you choose to use. This is a site without censorship. We are all in this together and it sure is nice to read that …7 -
Re: Anger seems to last longer and longer
I found that agreeing with my DH worked the best, then I would make up a fib and then change the subject with ice cream or cookies, something on TV, or giving him a job to do. The fibs were "the…2 -
Re: Awareness and denial in those with A/D
Welcome, sorry you have to be here. Anosognosia is very common with dementia. It is an inability to recognize their symptoms or even limitations. It definitely complicates things. I think generally c…1 -
Re: Depends
I second the recommendation for the depends with the waistband. They are called depends real fit, and seem to fit better than the regular depends. I did as others have done, just removed all regular …1 -
Re: Help Please
Do not be passive about blood or other tests. Find out what was ordered and what are the results; follow up on any abnormal findings. Your DH will mot remember what was discussed you will have to att…3 -
Re: Help Please
it is an awful journey. I guess a diagnosis is the first step but I think you need a more informed medical practitioner at least one who will listen to you. Doctors are very uninformed about VD Alzhe…1 -
Re: Well, That Didn’t Go Well
I totally understand. DH hates the idea of what he calls a babysitter. It’s taken several months to ease him into being comfortable with our caregiver. It’s working pretty well now and I am able to l…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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