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Re: Is a formal diagnosis needed?
I had to ask my mother's PCP for a neurology referral. The neurologist gave her a couple cognitive tests and confirmed her dementia status. He did not prescribe her any medications. She had alre…2 -
Re: Big bathtime mistake and confusion with geting dressed
We learn as we go. And we keep learning, because the rules keep changing.2 -
Re: Big bathtime mistake and confusion with geting dressed
Brenda you were doing the best you could do. You have nothing to feel guilty about. I know I would have started to get a little panicky on how to get dh out of the tub. As you said when you took a pa…1 -
Re: Big bathtime mistake and confusion with geting dressed
Using the shower had to be stopped for DH because his mobility issues made it difficult and unsafe to get him in and out. But I’ve found he can stay clean by other approaches. Every time he has an un…2 -
Re: Big bathtime mistake and confusion with geting dressed
Kibbee, yes, falls are very scary. I know that if he breaks a hip, it will be very bad. You sound like a very loving and conscientious caregiver. Your husband is blessed to have you.2 -
Re: Big bathtime mistake and confusion with geting dressed
Brenda, no guilt! What you did was something most of us would think was the right thing to do. It wasn't a wrong decision. It worked!! The fact that he had a hard time getting up was just someth…2 -
Re: Big bathtime mistake and confusion with geting dressed
Brenda, When DH was still at home, he had several minor falls. I was always within 5 feet of him; he would somehow get his feet tangled up, lose his balance and slowly fall on the ground. Like you, I…2 -
Re: Grief while still caring for LO
We understand you here. Every step is difficult. Just take it one day at a time. Not every day will be good and not every day will be bad. It’s possible to get along just one step at a time3 -
Re: Just need to talk to my friends (212)
One of these days I'll get to Steel Magnolias - I know it's good, and I'm sure I'd like it. So. I've had an exciting night! There was a strong geomagnetic storm (KP 8) and au…2 -
Re: Just need to talk to my friends (212)
And here's one from my s.o. I'm giddy. That's not water right at the top of the trees - it's sky.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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