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AI and alzheimer's?
Excuse me if this has already been discussed, but I just read something that might show promise. https://scitechdaily.com/scientists-discover-hidden-cause-of-alzheimers-hiding-in-plain-sight/3 -
Re: I feel myself withdrawing emotionally
I noticed the same thing with DW and me. In my opinion, withdrawing is self-protective. Becoming primarily rational spares you some of the emotional pain and also lets you focus on getting done all t…7 -
Re: Medicaid and Nursing Homes: Not Political: Just Necessary to Speak Our
https://alzconnected.org/discussion/comment/243104#Comment_243104 I suggest you talk to a CELA. Mine was able to suggest ways in which my wife could qualify for Medicaid without impoverishing me.1 -
Re: When do you decide to place your spouse in a Facility
You are not just feeling overwhelmed. You are overwhelmed! If you would move DH to MC if you could, I suggest you contact some MCFs, describe your husband's behaviors, and ask whether they would acce…2 -
Re: Introduction and Question
The social worker is right to go along with whatever she says. The basic communication techniques for dementia involve saying whatever brings peace and comfort in the moment. Therapeutic fibs, valida…2 -
Re: Introduction and Question
Welcome. I can’t imagine how you could keep this up. I would think moving her now would be easier than later. Sadly there will come a time when she doesn’t know what state she is in anymore, but at t…1 -
Re: Introduction and Question
welcome. You posted that she is in AL. Is she in MC? If not she should be. It’s a locked facility that can better care for dementia patients. I would also recommend moving her close to you. As the di…1 -
Re: Introduction and Question
How supportive are the friends/relatives that are nearby? Do they visit? Are they undermining your decisions? She may still do better being close to you. It's almost guaranteed that the time will com…1 -
Re: Introduction and Question
Hi anasusko - welcome to 'here', but sorry for the reason. That is a lot to handle, and I'm sure others will chime in, but to start... you can still sympathize with mom when she 'accuses'. You could …1 -
Re: Introduction and Question
Hi and welcome. I am sorry you have a need to be here but pleased you found this place. It's difficult to be sandwiched as you are at the moment. And it's difficult dealing with unsupportive family m…1
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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