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Re: Need help with finding a new facility for my Dad in NY/NJ
I would start by looking at Medicare's website that gives star ratings to nursing homes. https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/?redirect=true&providerType=NursingHome Once you've select…1 -
Re: In Home care
https://alzconnected.org/discussion/comment/261364#Comment_261364 Paying private care for a caregiver is handled the same as paying a nanny. There are lots of nanny payroll services. Poppins payroll …2 -
Re: A series of changes and more isolation for me as sole caregiver
So sorry for the new limitations on your walks. I hope a solution is found soon. I really count on the time my spouse is sleeping. Not sure what I would do without that time.4 -
Re: Christmas tree
Awe, thank you, Biggles! I'm lifting my cup of coffee to you right now. Cheers… wishing you moments of joy this Christmas… to all of you!1 -
Re: Blood test results - concerned
I can completely relate. I am retired Family Physician who was diagnosed about 6 months ago with early onset Alzheimer's at the age of 59. It took about 12 months from the time I stopped seeing …2 -
Re: Trying to adjust
Thank you for your response. According to the chart she is stage 7, hasn’t been able to speak coherently for quite awhile and has lots of trouble with even simple tasks. I will definitely read the 36…1 -
Re: Mom diagnosed with eo which caused drivers license recall
Welcome! I joined alzconnected 2.5 years ago, and my first post was about how guilty I felt when Mom's doctor told her she couldn't drive anymore. This issue is handled in different ways de…2 -
Re: Mom diagnosed with eo which caused drivers license recall
In the earlier stages, people with dementia have an amazing ability to hold it together in front of others, including doctors. My mom's struggles with daily tasks, including shopping, meal prep,…3 -
Re: Mom diagnosed with eo which caused drivers license recall
Welcome. It’s possible with a dementia diagnosis her insurance may no longer cover her if she were in an accident anyway. While she may have done fine driving when you were with her, it was probably …3 -
Re: Mom diagnosed with eo which caused drivers license recall
Even what appear to be minor memory issues can make driving dangerous. What if she gets lost? What if she forgets to stop at a red light? Spatial difficulties and slower reaction times are also worri…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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