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Re: Wants to constantly use the bathroom.
here are some tips: Dementia can cause obsessive-compulsive behaviors like repeated toilet use, often stemming from anxiety, memory loss, or difficulty with sequential tasks, leading to confusion or …4 -
Re: Wants to constantly use the bathroom.
If a UTI or other medical issues are ruled out it could be progression of the disease. The changes in a person's brain that occur with dementia can interfere with a person's ability to reco…4 -
Re: Wants to constantly use the bathroom.
Welcome. I agree with the others that you should have him tested for a uti. If he has no uti could you distract him each time he wants to go. I imagine you have probably tried that. It might also be …4 -
Re: Clinginess
what I learned on this forum is that 1) never argue with someone with dementia. Their short term memory is gone. And 2) You can’t reason with someone whose reasoner is broken. He’s not gaslighting yo…3 -
Re: Clinginess
Getting a good night’s sleep is not a luxury it’s essential. I converted our guestroom into his bedroom, bought a new mattress, quilt, and even a heated mattress pad to make the cold winter nights es…3 -
Re: Hurt Feelings
So sorry. Hugs. Some things to consider: I would check and see if the trust Is irrevocable? Would an attorney change the trust given your husband’s diagnosis?1 -
Re: My Mom passed away October 5th 2025
so sorry for your loss. There is an organization called Grief Share that has both online and in person support groups. There is a small fee for the workbook. The in person groups are at churches. I’m…5 -
Re: Terrified!
I feel for you. As caregivers we are in a catch 22 because you’re expected to make their lives as good as possible but at the same time you can’t do that forever. I feel guilty even considering how l…4 -
Re: Hurt Feelings
I have had a similar situation to cope with. My Psychologist has given me a number of coping mechanisms to deal with the sadness that these comments can cause. You can’t change what has been said you…4 -
Re: Gotta work, DH can't be alone but not ready to be placed, holy Cr. what do I do?
So sorry you are at this point. These decisions are difficult. Have you looked into Medicaid? If you meet income requirements in Florida he can get both Medicare and Medicaid. Medicaid pays where Med…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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