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Re: A new task, self catheterizing my husband
I take my hat off to you @trottingalong another skill to add to your long repertoire, brilliant stuff. Aren’t we an amazing lot of untrained professionals! The various skills that we have acquired an…4 -
Re: A new task, self catheterizing my husband
@trottingalong I’m so sorry that yet another challenge has been added to an already difficult journey. The thought of having to cath my husband would intimidate me… you’re amazing and an inspiration.…3 -
Re: agitation and aggressive behavior
Dosing is a trial & error process. It may make her sleepy at first but she will adjust to it. Good luck.4 -
Re: A new task, self catheterizing my husband
@trottingalong I bet that wasn't on your marriage vows bingo card. The impressive thing is not that you fill all these roles in your marriage but that you do them all so well. HB6 -
Re: A new task, self catheterizing my husband
oh wow, that is quite a skill. Yes, one day at a time .., thanks for sharing2 -
Re: A new task, self catheterizing my husband
It seems every day becomes more challenging. This is a task I’m not sure I could handle. I admire your ability to add it to the long list of daily activities.1 -
Re: How long can he sleep?
Paris- I wonder if your DH is farther along in the disease progression than late stage 5. The old saw is that a PWD is considered to be in the latest stage for which they have symptoms/behaviors. My …1 -
Re: Is repeated aspiration pneumonia common?
As I think mentioned above, I would recommend a speech therapist to do a swallow evaluation for your mother. They will advise changes to diet and how she is eating to hopefully avoid aspirating again…1 -
Re: Is repeated aspiration pneumonia common?
I totally understand how badly you want to fix anything you can for your mother. But the reality is that PT and OT are often a waste of time and resources in these situations. PT is not going to chan…3 -
Re: Swelling in ankles and feet
I purchased a lift recliner from Wayfair so that I could have someone assemble it for us. My DH LOVES it, and I think the massage helps with circulation. My DH (Stage 7) gets cold purple-blue feet. T…3
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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