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Re: Emergency Petition for Treatment
Yes, many people have had to do this. Unfortunately, as you see, some people wait far too long to use the system to the advantage of their LO + themselves. Having PWD be evaluated and possibly medica…5 -
Re: Just need to talk to my friends (204)
Happy Easter to all! and thanks for all the birthday wishes, they are much appreciated. I have been very busy this last month working on 4 graphgans that were ordered from a lady for her grands. One …1 -
Re: Just need to talk to my friends (204)
Belated Happy Birthday Marie! I too had a milestone birthday earlier this month. I know that things won't be as good as they were in my earlier years, but I look upon my older years as my reward for …1 -
Re: Just need to talk to my friends (204)
Thank you Mint and Lorita for the birthday wishes. Yes, it was Monday. Turning 78 I have to wonder where all those years went! lol1 -
Re: Toddler comparison
Thank you. I realize the toddler comment is a trigger for me. Unfortunately, I’ve heard this comment from medical professionals like drs, and nurses. They are trying to be sympathetic but I don’t fin…3 -
Re: Toddler comparison
I’ve always taken the toddler comment to mean their current abilities ie you have to watch them closely, they are unable to bath by themselves, can’t tell you when they need the bathroom etc. Maybe t…4 -
Re: How can I stop his lectures...he is driving me crazy!
My husband up until a year ago would also talk incessantly. Drove me absolutely crazy so I completely understand! Meds! He takes Seroquel and Klonozopen. The sedative effect calms him. You have to ge…1 -
Re: This journey
Also so true about seeing others in the same state. Plus the past few visits my mom has been irritated and unkind to me. The only thing I can do is have strong boundaries. I’m caregiving, not parenti…2 -
Re: The miserable middle stage
I have to chuckle at Upstate Anne. I know my husband is not who he was—I mentioned his past simply to illustrate that he is enough of his old self not to do crafts, sort buttons, fold napkins endless…2 -
Re: Service dog
I’ve enjoyed this thread, and the excellent insight all around. I too am interested in researching for a service dog. My DH is just in the very early stages of mild cognitive decline, so early and mi…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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