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Re: Update on the move and my LO
I think you are entirely right to find a good MC facility for him and it is not too soon. He does not have to be physically incapacitated to be ready for MC, most of the residents are still capable o…2 -
Re: Shower
My husband refuses showers from anyone but me. I deduce it’s because he’s paranoid -worried about his wallet and his belongings, as well as feeling vulnerable. Also, he gets cold so easily and let’s …4 -
Re: sleeping 15 hour or more a night, falling asleep during the day.
I am glad you are thinking about assisted living. Sounds to me like you should be the one to make the decision. Maybe better to ask forgiveness than permission.2 -
Re: Should my aunt- having recently moved into AL - have a phone?
@three4rd In the interest of allowing your aunt to settle in, it would be best to avoid the family gatherings especially if she is oriented to place to a degree she would recognize where she is. Your…1 -
Re: sleeping 15 hour or more a night, falling asleep during the day.
Your husband can no longer take care of your OR himself. You are going to have to accept this. Wanting him to be able to take care of you, to drive you doesn’t mean that’s what will happen. He should…2 -
Re: sleeping 15 hour or more a night, falling asleep during the day.
Elaine, I'm sorry to have to say this, but you have to speak up. The doctor evidently doesn't know the full extent of the situation. You know your DH should not be driving. My cousin lived in Indepen…3 -
Re: We Moved—WISE OR NOT?
Smebert, probably it would be easier to consider other options for washing up. Showers are pretty new in the scheme of things, and there are ways to get him cleaned up that wouldn't involve going up …3 -
Re: sleeping 15 hour or more a night, falling asleep during the day.
@Iris L. You mentioned the Holter cardiac monitor and the 30-day event monitor. My DH wore the 48-hour Holter monitor immediately after having a stroke June 15, 2023. Then after seeing the neurologis…1 -
Re: Dementia and Hospice
There are phone just for people with dementia that will ring the first time and then after that will have a message saying the person you are calling is unavailable right now. You can also program qu…1 -
Re: Dementia and Hospice
@LeelaBlack Hi and welcome. I am sorry for your reason to be here, but pleased you found this place. I didn't have the issues you are describing; my dad lost the ability to use most tech in the middl…2
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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