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Re: Neuro-psych evaluation
my DW reluctantly agreed to seek treatment for her memory problems when she was in her late 50's. We live in a big city eventually landed at the "memory clinic" which was run by the lo…5 -
Depakote and Benadryl showing positive results
We started adding depakote (125mg) and a low dose of Benadryl to the serequol on Friday and I am seeing benefits. For those who’ve seen some of my posts my DW is one who is literally on her feet all …7 -
What You Took From Me
Dear Friends, I wrote this on July 9, 2025: There is a beautiful woman here making dinner for us. She asked me how my day went today. The kitchen smells so good with dinner on the stove. She put her …19 -
Re: Facing the Emotional Side of Caregiving
That is SO true, but sometimes we get so overwhelmed that it’s difficult to remember. Thanks for posting!3 -
Re: Life is getting harder...
I know we’re all different, but it gives me hope to hear that it’s helped you. I’m only on day 5, hopefully I’ll feel results soon.3 -
Re: How to deal with denial
Thank you for your perspective. It is helpful1 -
Re: I'm new here. My 66 year old wife has Alzheimer's. It's rough!
Hi @Jeff2026.1 Welcome. So sorry you have to be here but glad you found us. This is a wonderful group of caring individuals who are in very similar circumstances to yours. I hope you will check in wi…5 -
Re: Fixation with Driving
JC5, I understand and respect your reluctance to give your DH anti-psychotics. My mother (who was a nurse) always drilled into me how dangerous strong medications could be. As a result, anytime I hav…5 -
Re: Fixation with Driving
It is so hard to know how to handle these things. Would it work to just put off going to the bank, dmv, or dealership til spring, or maybe your really busy around the house, or your worried about fin…4 -
Re: Fixation with Driving
My husband was experiencing anxiety and would get very angry. Since being on Sertraline/Zoloft he’s much calmer. Still occasionally has outbursts but so much less intense.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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