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Re: Visual issues related to Alz
Research suggests that specific areas of the brain responsible for visual processing may be affected in individuals with dementia. Disruptions in these areas could lead to visual misinterpretations—r…1 -
Re: Nighttime toilet issues
So sorry you find yourself in this difficult situation. I’m sorry, I have no suggestions. Keep in mind there can be a waiting list at some facilities. Even if you can overcome this hurdle the time wi…1 -
Re: New to this whole thing
I did something that has also helped my peace of mind. I bought a watch with a fall detector that notifies my daughter should I become unconscious. It occurred to me at age 74 that I am not as sure f…4 -
Re: Report to DMV
Here is my experience with the DMV. I addressed my concern about DH driving to his Dr who sent a letter to the DMV. The DMV was a joke! The DMV let him keep taking the written test until he passed it…2 -
Re: Home health care
I started with companion care when it reached the point DW could not be left home alone for any length of time. I need an opportunity to leave the house without feeling like I was constantly burdenin…5 -
Re: Guilt and Grief
I am so sorry for your loss. I believe that most of us as caregivers have perceived guilt that we didn't do enough. It never seemed to be enough. I have guilt that I had to place my husband in m…4 -
Re: A Smack of Reality
I to have had unpleasant experience with gabapentin being given to me for leg and low back pain. I could not tolerator the medication. I had similar experience to Michele P. My DH is on trazodone for…4 -
Re: A Smack of Reality
I was prescribed gabapentin for nerve pain. The doctor increased the dosage over a two month period. It drastically impacted my cognitive functioning. I couldn’t process information or focus on any t…3 -
Re: Downsizing While Caring for a Spouse with Alzheimer’s — Has Anyone Done This?
I think that one of the best pieces of advice for something similar was that the caretker spouse should do what will make them happiest. While you dad will con-in-tinue to decline, hopefully your mot…1 -
Re: Downsizing While Caring for a Spouse with Alzheimer’s — Has Anyone Done This?
I made the decision to downsize from a very large home with a huge yard etc…in the early stage of my DH disease. He was at stage 4/5.( age 69) I knew I could not continue to care for him and keep the…4
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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