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Re: Seizure
Did they recommend or do an EEG to see if she had abnormal brain wave activity? Did they suggest a cause of the seizure? Seizures are brain issues, and dementia is a brain issue. In my opinion, the s…1 -
Re: Planning first visit to memory care
Hi Merle a few suggestions: Remember dementia is progressive no matter where someone is. Try to not to judge the place by your mom’s state. Visit unannounced and watch how staff interact with residen…1 -
Re: Planning first visit to memory care
I find just after lunch is a good time to visit. I’d say keep it on the shorter side (my mom gets antsy after an hour or so), bring flowers/a treat/some photos to look at, and try to stay positive ev…2 -
Re: What should we be hoping for?
The answer to that is individual to you and probably changes over time. Some hope for a longer than average stage 4 and 5. Some hope for something else to take their loved one rather than the long go…6 -
Re: Help help help
I cannot express how much your words of wisdom and pep talks are helping. It is giving me the strength, fortitude and knowledge to get through this phase!2 -
Re: Help help help
@GobDin Thanks for updating although I do wish your mom had settled into the AL for both your sakes. You are absolutely making the best decision for her. In dementia care, safety is always the primar…1 -
Re: "Girlfriend" in Memory Care
I’m with @Carl46 as well. DH isn’t in memory care yet, but it’s rearing it’s ugly head and will most likely become reality later this year. It will absolutely break my heart should he connect with so…7 -
Re: I just want to thank all my caring supportive friends
Very well said @RetiredTeacher! These friends are a lifeline to sanity that can only come from someone who truly understands. I only wish I could spend more time responding to posts but my DH command…1 -
Re: I just want to thank all my caring supportive friends
Zetia, My situation is nowhere near as dire as many. This site and its mementos is a lifeline for me. I really struggled to accept the diagnosis and the end of dreams and future plans together. Peopl…2 -
Re: What should we be hoping for?
What should you hope for? Hope for moments of joy amid the pain. Hope for your love to continue even as the disease progresses. Hope for grace in the midst of difficult situations. Hope for some laug…14
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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