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Re: New to Alzheimer's
Your local Council on Aging can provide information consistent with State law, and with awareness of local resources. Many are staffed by volunteers who are knowledgeable, but busy helping others,so …2 -
Re: ‘Me Time’ Confusion
if you do not want to leave for the two hours, is there a project or task you could work on together with the carer? Prep meals maybe? It’s good to hear you will be getting some help for the house ma…2 -
Re: Not eating and losing weight
What did the doctor say? By that I mean did he say that you could or should do something about the weight loss? Or did he just acknowledge the weight loss? It may just be that he’s reached the point …1 -
Re: My plan of action failed
I agree with sandwichone tell him the knee surgery is booked in and perhaps tell the placement home the same thing. Give yourself three or four weeks grace (or more). In a few months when it’s a bett…3 -
Re: My plan of action failed
Take a video of dangerous behavior to show authorities. Iris5 -
Re: Just need to talk to my friends (212)
It was sunny here today, high about 77 degrees. That's near a record high after setting a record low last Tuesday night (about 21 degrees). That's the Midwest for you. I had a nice birthday…1 -
Re: Just starting infusions
DH (82) has has nine Kisunla infusions. MRIs before 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 7th. So far no problems. Neurologist said they’d do a PET scan after #12. Depending on the results they will either stop th…2 -
Bible Verse to Lift You Up 11/15/2025
GOD IS MY SHIELD Psalm 3:3-4a But you, Lord, are a shield around me, my glory, the One who lifts my head high. Proverbs 30:5 Every word of God is flawless; he is a shield to those who take refuge in …5 -
Re: Can I Contact My DH’s Doctor Directly?
I would think they should be able to talk with you if you provide a medical poa. They may just want your husband to sign a hipaa release form. I would just tell your husband that you need to know wha…3 -
Re: Can I Contact My DH’s Doctor Directly?
I have medical POA in addition to DPOA for DH who isnt diagnosed w dementia (signs of it but no dx) DH has multiple medical problems and I go to all appointments now, complete paperwork, and basicall…2
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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