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NYT Opinion Piece on Caregiving Crisis
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Re: Dogs and Alzheimer’s
I agree that a cute puppy is adorable, but with dementia it is probably better to get a dog already house trained. There are so many dogs needing to be rescued. We rescued our Chi-weeny (chihuahua an…1 -
Re: Respite
Cindy, congratulations on your award! And thank you for your post. I’m glad you had a respite. We all need that from time to time.1 -
Re: POAs and requirements for incompetence
I assume you have already taken over the finances. If not be sure to get the paperwork[ doctor's notes] needed so that she can't be scammed.3 -
Re: Swelling in ankles and feet
Hi, @Kat63, I am so sorry you have reached this stage. I am not there just yet with DH. I think the recliner is a great idea. Getting in and out of the chair and also being able to raise his feet sho…3 -
Re: My spouse does not remember who I am.
I believe it's a common progression for them to forget who their loved ones are. However, not being able to control her in any way might be a sign of a UTI.3 -
Re: Dogs and Alzheimer’s
Early in my DW’s journey, about the time she was first diagnosed we got a puppy (see my avatar). My DW had taken a strong interest in my daughter’s dog, a cockapoo, so we got one too. My DW certainly…5 -
Re: Take a cruise?
https://alzconnected.org/discussion/comment/258930#Comment_258930 I love your positive attitude and yes it always might be the last time you get that particular opportunity. If you think you can hand…2 -
Re: POAs and requirements for incompetence
@aallis That's a springing POA. Contact the attorney who drafted it and ask what documentation you need to take over. Sometimes it's a letter from a single doctor and sometimes multiple phy…2 -
Re: My DH is wanting to spend every minute with me
@justbreathe2 I'm sorry. This behavior falls under the umbrella of shadowing to a degree. It doesn't sound that awful on paper but living it is really difficult. In your shoes, I would sche…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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