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Re: Do toddler door knob covers work?
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Re: activities to pass time
My father had been a plumbing contractor and had a shop full of pvc fixtures. He would sit and fiddle with the pipe fittings for hours “fixing” things. So far my husband is content watching tv all da…5 -
Re: What to say
We were assigned a social worker after DW's ALZ diagnosis. One thing she spoke about was her goal of eliminating the stigma or taboo associated with dementia. That sounded to me like a very ambi…6 -
Re: Just need to talk to my: friends (216)
Good morning. I'm off to Mexico. The first stop is overnight in San Diego. Iris2 -
Re: What stage is this.
I am sorry you are here. If you haven’t done so, put TILE gps trackers on keys, wallet, phone. It tracks the person and the objects through an app. If he is on social security, become his designated …5 -
Re: On the verge of a nervous breakdown
so sorry you have been through this. To answer your question, yes it was the dementia talking not your Mom. The disease causes anxiety and agitation and they usually take it out on their primary care…2 -
Re: Need Advice How To Overcome Emotions Putting Your Spouse In MC Home
Dear bwanasil, placing our loved one in memory care is indeed a heartbreaking decision. My husband has been in memory care for two years and it’s still hard at times but you will get through it. It’s…9 -
Re: What to say
You say this to most of them: She’s not up to having visitors. It makes her too anxious. I will tell her you asked about her. You tell the rest of them the truth. She has a condition that will worsen…6 -
Re: The Stranger Living In My Husband’s Body
This cruel disease takes a toll. We understand your pain and sadness. Sending hugs.🫂2 -
Re: The Stranger Living In My Husband’s Body
I can so relate, @WIGO23! Sending a big hug 💝2
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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