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Re: Do You Ever?
https://alzconnected.org/discussion/74250/do-you-ever This is very interesting. Yes, I have felt the same way and questioned my own ability to see the truth, and think "maybe it's just me.&…5 -
Re: We need guidance 🙏
@staciehun This piece spoke to me. https://www.npr.org/2025/04/01/nx-s1-5336314/caregiver-caregiving-identity-family-support-burnout1 -
Re: Do You Ever?
https://alzconnected.org/discussion/comment/254994#Comment_254994 Misperception: Dementia can affect how the brain interprets sensory information, leading to hallucinations or delusions where your hu…2 -
Re: Memory care
I was in a somewhat similar situation and this is what has worked for me (so far). Navigate DW away from activities that are increasingly problematic. DW no longer is involved in laundry, dishes, or …4 -
Re: He won’t go to the bathroom
When my dad has b'room issues (and he had a lot of that!) we would take him to the b'room and lightly run the water in the sink which often worked. We also wouldn't talk or do anything…3 -
Re: Dealing with BM Clean up!
When you realize you may be the first to go, make sure also to realize that, although caring for your spouse is important, it's also important to carve out times and spaces for yourself. Realizi…2 -
Re: A Smack of Reality
My DW had been taking gabapentin daily for back pain when I met her 15 years ago. She was diagnosed 3 years ago with EOAD. Not being a doctor, this is just my thoughts that I believe gabapentin after…2 -
What Happened?
Hello. I am new to this resource and have greatly appreciated all the advice/stories/information I have read so far! The clinical suspicion for my DH is EO AD. Less than 2 years ago, dimentia hit my …8 -
Re: Should I or not
If she still recognizes her mother and is close to her, a visit would bring comfort to her mother, at least, and probably to your DW, as well. It is not necessary for your DW to understand what is ha…2 -
Re: attend a wedding?
I'm brand new here, but I'd encourage you to rely on your compelling feelings: would you prefer to attend or not? If you would like to be there, then perhaps it's worth making the effo…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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