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Re: early onset dementia and memory care
My mom had early onset and we moved her to memory care when she was about 70. She also looked younger than that; her body was in great shape, she was active and she never got gray hair so she really …1 -
Re: step down symptoms of vascular dementia
here’s a link. Each person progresses differently and she could have behaviors in 2 stages at once or not have a behavior that’s listed. It depends on the part of the brain affected and other things.…1 -
Re: New Here
I would rarely recommend moving a pwd in with adults that need to continue working. If living in their own home is no longer working, it may be better to make the decision to place in a facility that…3 -
Re: Leqembi/Kisunla
Kisunla is more expensive, hard to get a price quote. I’d advise buying supplemental insurance as soon as possible for anyone getting Medicare as we save $1600+ every two infusions and our supplement…3 -
Re: Feel like I’m becoming reclusive
Good news, it won't last forever. The change is not permanent. I was feeling the same way until I put my wife in memory care. I'm still tied to her, but not 24/7. When you're relieved from constant c…5 -
Re: New Here
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Re: Having a massive attack of guilt
Definitely support your sibling. He may not be doing it the way you would, but he is doing it. Criticizing what he’s doing may result in your mom being on a plane back to you. If he’s deferring to wh…1 -
Re: New to All of This
@michellelynn5 HI and welcome. I am sorry for your reason to be here but pleased you found this place. Is there some reason why your dad can't provide the bulk of caregiving on his own? Does he have …1 -
Re: The coming new year....
Thank you all for your comments. I think that I will be looking forward to visiting memory care facilities and getting a lay of the land for that time ahead. I am also now looking forward to adding w…2 -
Re: early onset dementia and memory care
My wife hasn’t mentioned the age difference, but at first, I was concerned that she might feel confused by it. However, I think the facility’s daily routine and the attention from the staff help her …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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