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Re: Excessive Talking/ Social Cues
My DH did exactly the same thing. Incessant talking. No clue that others were irritated, bored ( or didn’t care?) Embarrassing. At the time I did not know what was wrong. I think some lose their soci…1 -
Re: Spending regularly
I think accumulating is pretty common in PWDs. For that matter, accumulating is an American disease, as evidenced by the fact that a large percentage of the population rents storage sheds and park in…4 -
Re: BiPap usage as dementia progresses
I would anticipate eventually he will resist using it and you will probably not want to fight that battle. I’m saying this with compassion—-when his brain no longer understands why he needs it, it mi…3 -
Re: Stages of Alzheimer's
stage 8 is a colloquial term for the period of the caregiver’s life after their person with dementia passes away. As far as I know it’s not a term you will find other than on forums such as this one.2 -
Re: Options
Take a deep breath. A good elder law attorney can help you navigate your state’s Medicaid rules. Below is a link to Medicaid eligibility by state. In many states the well spouse can have assets (hous…5 -
Re: Confabulation of cheating
I am sorry you are dealing with this. I agree; I don't think you can build a business with someone with cognitive decline. Maybe you can take comfort in yourself knowing that you both had this dream …2 -
Re: Confabulation of cheating
You cannot "try to build" a business with someone who has brain deterioration. There are a few "girlfriend" threads on this board. Being a full-time caregiver is time and energy i…4 -
Re: Hypersexuality
Please check with your doctor about trying Cimetadine. It is the generic for Tagament, and studies have shown that it helps elderly men with dementia who have hypersexuality. My PCP researched it and…3 -
Re: New Year
That was really poignant and touched me. I am not there yet, but it is coming. With caregiving we become our LO's memory, entertainment guide, driver, cook, and so much more. When that changes overni…4 -
Re: New Here
Something I’ve learned (well, am still trying to learn) is that there is rarely a “right” answer when it comes to caring for an Alzheimer’s parent. Just the fact that you care enough to reach out to …6
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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