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Re: Infusion Treatments Leqembi vs Kisunla which is better treatment?
My DH is due for his 3rd infusion of Kisunla. We will see the doctor next month for his report. I almost feel the disease is progressing faster but what I’m reading here is that I need to be more pat…1 -
Re: My Attitude is Getting Worse
I have attached some information on Medicaid. It can be complicated and qualification requirements and coverage depends on the state. A lawyer is really the best way to go, but they are so expensive.…1 -
Re: How to handle my frustrations
just keep repeating as needed. Pray for patience, it helps3 -
Re: Facing the Emotional Side of Caregiving
thank you. So true. 💜1 -
Re: My Attitude is Getting Worse
we understand. If you haven’t done so already, read the book “The 36 Hour Day” which helped me after my husband’s diagnosis. Also search online for dementia caregiving videos by Tam Cummings or Teepa…4 -
Facing the Emotional Side of Caregiving
This website has helped me deal with some of my feelings, and to be kind to myself when doing so. I hope it helps you, too! https://www.caregiver.org/resource/emotional-side-caregiving "If you d…6 -
Re: Mother living with me has Dementia
I would go back and talk with the attorney again. Can you get the DPOA changed to your name? Ask about getting paid if you can’t get POA. Ask about Medicaid qualifications.1 -
Re: Mother living with me has Dementia
When mom lived with my brother she paid him rent that covered utilities and groceries out of her money ( actually I paid him since I was DPOA). She just stayed in a room in his house, nothing special…1 -
Re: Hospice Assessment in MC?
The hospice will evaluate and decide what the condition is. If they decline, and it happens you can pursue an evaluation with another hospice provider or ask to have your mom re-asessed. You can also…1 -
Re: So Frustrating
Maybe she was feeling sorrow for what has been lost. I'm feeling that right now. Just an almost unbearable heaviness. Maybe she feels it and doesn't have the regulation to control the tears…1
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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