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Lost
I'm new to these discussions and I feel completely lost. My DH has become increasingly detached from reality. He doesn't know me at all. He thinks I am mean, even though I do everything for him. He d…8 -
Re: Am I out of line?
You are not out of line! I liked cdgbdr suggesting that she is in a contract at her current location. Even being early on with dementia, your mom is not going to be able to consider all the complex d…1 -
Re: Tests and medications
That is a tough but important question. From the earlier responses, there doesn't seem to me to be a consistent approach, although stopping medications or tests that don't affect comfort is often cit…4 -
Re: Angry
null We need to remember that the saying is truly - God will not give us more than we can handle with His help. Be sure to talk with him daily for strength, patience and peace.1 -
Re: Just need to talk to my friends (208)
Judith, the photo is beautiful! What a stunning couple you two were. If you have photos on your iPhone you can go to the Apple store and they will help you get them onto your Mac. Picasa pics? Maybe …1 -
Re: Just need to talk to my friends (208)
Hello Porch Friends. Yes, the move is on, we have to be in Bosie, by October 1st. We have the movers scheduled, we are now looking for a rental, close to where the SIL office will be. I'm looking for…1 -
Re: Tests and medications
I posted here before, but I left something out. Four or five years ago my wife got a call to set up a mammogram. I took the call and informed the caller about her condition and how I felt that the co…1 -
Re: Lost
Welcome. Sorry about your DH. He’s in his reality caused by dementia. The best advice I got here is to meet them in their reality. And “you can’t reason with someone whose reasoner is broken.” Read t…1 -
Re: Dream last night….
Wishing you sweet dreams Diane!1 -
Re: Dream last night….
I'm so sorry. I have dreams like that too. Wishing you comfort. hugs and warmth to you.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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