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Re: Just need to talk to my friends (203)
The current measles outbreak is regular measles. This is not rubella aka German measles . Your doctor or local health department should be able to guide as to your immune status or getting a vaccinat…2 -
Thank goodness for the waterproof mattress protector
DH had a urinary accident in the bed last night. His disposable briefs could not handle all the fluid. DH's jammies were soaked. The fitted sheet, flat sheet, regular mattress pad and water proof cri…3 -
Re: Distract/Defuse
I know where you are coming from. Sometimes I can redirect no problem. But when it comes to my husbands iPad or YouTube, it’s much more difficult. Lately I have just told my husband the iPad is a com…5 -
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DH has started Kisunla. I told him we were going to leave soon for his infusion. He asked why we were going as he had enough confusion and didn’t need more.11 -
Re: When to cancel the cell phone line
DH has a Tracfone. Costs $125 a year. It’s vary basic and was free on a promotion when he got it. Can he use it? Absolutely not. But, he’s still mobile and always carries his wallet and phone. I figu…1 -
Re: Advice for surgery?
If you are expecting two weeks of bed rest, you definitely should consider the rehab wing of a nursing home. A CNA every couple of days won't cut it. The best rule I know, if you have surgery, is to …2 -
Re: Advice for surgery?
Is it possible to go to rehab for a couple of weeks ? They have it for dressing changes and bed therapy.2 -
Re: Teeth pulling
Sounds to me like she has severe gum disease and her teeth are loose. You can't pull teeth from healthy gums with your fingers. She might need a full mouth extraction, just to keep her from choking o…2 -
Re: Update on bringing him home
Thank you for the update! 2x a week for day care gives you some breathing room and not as expensive as MC. At least you know what to expect if you did need the MC again . Well done jazzma, one day at…1 -
Re: Thank goodness for the waterproof mattress protector
Not to offer unsolicited advice to you, LT, but from my perspective, I never second guess DH where the toilet is concerned. If he is overly or unusually fidgety during the night, or anytime, I just t…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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