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Re: Memory
Mimi— This is to be expected. In general, memory in dementia is Last In First Out (LIFO). Early on, you'll she more short-term memory loss— forgetting being told about plans or what they had for brea…2 -
Re: Missing my life
I I'm in the process of considering MC at my kids request - I've totally isolated my DH and myself as I can't predict when he will go into a rant/rage - even with me constantly walking on eggshells. …6 -
Re: Dental care
Hi LaneyG, We are at that stage with the showering and tooth brushing. I pick my battles with all of it. I have let go of how meticulous he was and I now go with the flow, balancing him being upset a…1 -
Re: Question about using Depends
@LaneyG Incontinence products should be changed if wet or soiled to avoid UTIs and skin breakdown. When worn "as underwear" should they not get wet or soiled, they should be changed daily a…1 -
Re: Sometimes you have to laugh
@mathreader My dad believed he owned all the houses on his street and would sometimes suggest that that mom go cook and clean in the others or that they sleep in a different one nightly. With mom's c…5 -
Re: Spouse is aware of memory loss
my husband is the same as your DW. He is with it enough to be home alone for awhile. I'm grateful for that but yet worry as issues have arisen during those times. He insists on driving and does good.…2 -
Re: Went looking for love
Fully understand how you feel but consider also that it could go the other way and you could also be in an awkward situation should your DW and the other person become friends and the two of you don'…3 -
Re: Dilemma about Memory Care
I personally found it a lot easier for me to increase in home care. I did not have to drive somewhere to visit. I knew my husband was getting good care. It was a lot less expensive.2 -
Re: When Will I Learn?
It feels like you're still coming to terms with understanding and accepting the disease and how it's affecting your mom, and perhaps MC feels like a step you're not ready to take. If I recall correct…6 -
Re: Dilemma about Memory Care
You might want to try taking him to a facility of your choice for daycare, both to give you some time off and to see how he responds. Knowing that you will be coming back to take him home may allay s…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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