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Re: The never ending search
My DH loses his phone almost daily. I finally attached a Tile (similar to AirTags but for Android phones), which is very helpful. It does not give specific details for location, but I can tell if it&…1 -
Re: The never ending search
This is my first time commenting. It feels good to hear from others who are going through similar situations. My husband was diagnosed with mild symptoms of ALZ 1 year ago. For the most part he can t…2 -
Re: It’s finally happening. Placing hubby in MC
It is hard, and so very emotional! Keep reminding yourself that this is for him. My DH fought it in the beginning, but now he is much calmer and looks forward to seeing me. I am so much better with h…3 -
Re: Friend wants to learn about ALZ
I second the recommendation by harshedbuzz. This informational document, only about 27 pages long and an easy read is a gold mine. My DH is gone more than two years now, but I still have a tattered c…3 -
Re: Just Sad
Oh dear trottingalong we haven’t been sailing last week my DH dug his heels in and refused to go. Who knows why of course he couldn’t say why just “no I’m not going”. We will try again this week fing…3 -
Re: Alzheimer/Dementia and the Emergency Room
I wonder if there is a gender difference in play here. The "Never would I ever" sentiment seems to be expressed by husbands caring for their wives. The situation is different when the PWD i…5 -
Re: Finding help for teeth grinding
@delamer Hi and welcome. I am sorry for your reason to be here but pleased you found this place. This is a tough one. Not only does tooth grinding pose a risk of fractured and teeth with resulting ti…3 -
Re: Finding help for teeth grinding
The grinding may be a sign of unrecognised pain or distress, since she can't communicate. Maybe talk to her doctor about trying a low dose of a muscle relaxant or neuropathic pain drug. They are…4 -
Re: Fundraiser Flyer Agitates Husband
yesterday my DH was agitated for hours. He decided that he was going to die. He didn’t die and seems to have forgotten the whole thing. The only advice I have is if you can get what ever it is he is …2 -
Re: Friend wants to learn about ALZ
Understanding the Dementia Experience might be a good option for understanding how dementia is impacting their friend and how best to interact with him. https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/2105804
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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