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Re: What do you do for self-care?
I wish I got out as much as you do. Although DH is still able to do his ADL's, he is emotionally needy and wants me to be home with him. He has no hobbies or interest, just sits and watches TV. …6 -
Re: Trying to keep up with life...
A kayak meet up in the future would be a nice way to put faces with screen names. I too have a hobbies I love and a sit in. I enjoyed them both and will again. Keep the faith6 -
Re: Trying to keep up with life...
Thank you! I’ll definitely share the outcome. It’s already a huge win in that this crew, who I had hired for construction work on our home, volunteered to help clean the garage. I will of course pay …4 -
Re: Help with nail care
I cope with my DH’s fingernails and toenailes. I cut his and mine at the same time. I primarily use the cutters with the black handles that elsinchem has shown. I make sure I give his feet and hands …2 -
Re: Memory Care Hell
Prayers for a smooth transition. And hugs to you! 💝1 -
Re: Need advice for choosing a blanket
Please get a 6 sided waterproof mattress cover…yesterday!2 -
Re: Neuro-psych evaluation
yes, my DH was very tired and I knew he did not want to talk about the long evaluation. After about a week, I filled our days with some “ fun” activities. Movie matinees, botanical gardens and he see…4 -
Re: Dealing with verbal abuse?
I would look into medication to control his aggression. Record his attacks if possible to demonstrate the abuse. Just because he is impaired, does not mean that you have to tolerate this. Your comfor…6 -
Re: Dealing with verbal abuse?
You might need to let his dr know. There are medication that can curb the aggression and seawall aggressiveness.5 -
Re: affect of anesthesia?
Three d, What I have heard is that anesthesia doesn't often cause dementia, but for those who are vulnerable to it, it speeds up the process. My late wife Brenda was operated on for cancer in 20…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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