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Re: Just Curious
I understand your dilemma. My DH asks about and calls out for deceased loved ones all the time. In the beginning I made the error of telling him his mother had passed away. I’ll never make that mista…4 -
Re: What's the one thing that gets to you the most
One thing that bothers me a lot is the repeated question. My DW will ask the same question 3 times in less than an hour.6 -
I Feel Lost, Depressed and So Very Sad
Hello. I am new to ALZ Connect. I am looking to connect with others who have or are experiencing what I am going through as an adult child with a parent with ALZ and another parent who is losing it a…8 -
Re: Just need to talk to my friends (214)
FUDGE??? Who is making and who will share their recipe? Data Centers…I have spent a lot of time watching and reading. I think it all boils down to the same problem as Wamart. We are responsible for t…1 -
Re: Continued follow up after diagnosis
I asked the neurologist what the purpose and need was for follow up appointment. They said some people like to come in and discuss issues and the progression, but said there was no harm in not follow…4 -
Re: Aphasia
So very sad for you @Biggles As others have said, your posts truly give us a ‘window’ to view what’s ahead for us. I thank you and send a big hug 💝2 -
Re: What's the one thing that gets to you the most
sometimes the less you speak and try to direct the better the results. I see how the Hospice aid works with my wife. And a lot of times she’s just very quiet with some gentle direction. I find that h…5 -
Re: What's the one thing that gets to you the most
This may not help but this is why they verbalize: Dementia vocalizations are disruptive sounds like screaming, moaning, muttering, chanting, or nonsensical noises common in later dementia stages, oft…3 -
Re: Constantly saying Help Me please
Welcome. So sorry about your Dad, Mom & fur baby. Vocalization is common in late stages of dementia. We understand what you're going through. This explains it and offers some tips: Also read…2 -
Re: How To Prepare for the End
Thank you all. I will get going on final arrangements next week. I'd rather be ready. I am definitely keeping what all of you have said about being ready, but being flexible. One of my caregiver…10
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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