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Re: My DH has changed and I’m afraid
It takes a lot of my creativity to get my husband to the memory care doctor. Initially, I made an appt for him & told the doctor’s office of the situation. That I should see & talk to the doc…5 -
Re: I am so scared
Agree with @Quilting brings calm - you are doing all the right things, including focusing on the practical stuff (which is critical). Good solid advice from everyone on this thread. You are right: th…1 -
Re: End Stage
Hi chiming in here. Hospice is an incredible support. End of life care is about making the person feel as comfortable as possible, in the least pain as possible, and the least alone as possible. That…1 -
Re: End Stage
Your sister is in denial. Your mother is at the end of a progressive, fatal disease + needs the help of hospice.2 -
Re: Alzheimer's & Alcoholism
Hi. I’m new to this site. Member because I’m newly diagnosed with early stage Alzheimer’s. Your story resonates with me as I lived/married to an alcoholic who also had psychiatric issues for 35 years…4 -
Re: Respite
Congratulations on your award! What a wonderful recognition for you. I can relate to the feelings you have about being ok when this is over. My DH has been in MC a little over a month now. This, too,…4 -
Sharing a tip to get DW to change clothes
DW is early stage 6. For the past few months it has been a struggle / conflict to get her to change her clothes. I have found something that seems to work (for now) and would like to share. If I tell…6 -
Overwhelmed? It is the loved ones of those with Alzheimer's who bear the greatest burden.
It is the loved ones of those with Alzheimer's who bear the greatest burden, and often care for them at the expense of their own well-being. It is common for family members and loved ones to fin…1 -
Re: Door Locks
Something up high that doe not use a key is the best…..even a hook and eye will work3 -
Re: Door Locks
I used something very simple, but it was effective. An old fashion sliding bolt but mounted well up the door where I could reach it but well above eye level. Rick4
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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