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  • Re: I am forgetting, too

    Oh I’m so relieved to hear that others are forgetful! I was getting worried that I also had dementia. Thank you for sharing your experiences. It’s a hard road some days!!
  • Re: I am forgetting, too

    https://alzconnected.org/discussion/comment/250575#Comment_250575 Cass, your stress level will drop a lot. That has to help your memory and concentration. My blood pressure is normal (with medication…
  • Re: I am forgetting, too

    One thing at a time. Unless it’s an emergency, it can wait. Save your energy and rest as much as you can. And try to be more kind to yourself.
  • Re: I am forgetting, too

    Wonderful to hear others are experiencing some of the same issues trying to keep things straight and organized everyday. I have post neuro covid issues which make it harder but the stress and constan…
  • Re: Unbelievable rage

    https://alzconnected.org/discussion/comment/250966#Comment_250966 Found this online: under certain circumstances, leaving a spouse with dementia alone could lead to charges of neglect. This depends o…
  • Re: Flood in bathroom

    Hi Eloise, while you protect him from engaging with others, your situation becomes more and more dire. If he rages to the landlord or the downstairs neighbors you will not have to be the one calling …
  • Re: Why do they have to be so angry?

    welcome. Sorry for the reason you are here. It’s the Alzheimer’s talking, not him. Anxiety and agitation is common in dementia. Contact his doctor and ask about anti anxiety medication. Read the book…
  • Re: DW realized her memory loss

    people with dementia have anosognosia which means they are unable to understand they have dementia. Even if they know sometimes that they are struggling with cognitive issues. She won’t remember the …
  • Re: How to stop concerning behavior

    Sadly, there is no way to stop inappropriate behavior in dementia patients because you can’t reason with someone whose reasoner is broken. People with dementia need to have eyes on them at all times.…
  • Re: Need advice/support on next steps

    @cdgbdr Hugs to you. I found the week between deciding to place dad and actually placing him to be the hardest part of his disease progression. I felt physically ill, and I know my mom did as well. W…

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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