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Re: My DH has changed and I’m afraid
I feel much less alone since joining this group. Have you contacted your local Council on Aging? They are familiar with local support services and your State's laws. See ncoa.org for more inform…2 -
Changes in vision - info to help communicate
When someone with dementia seems confused, startled, or disconnected during a conversation, it may be because they literally cannot see you. As dementia progresses, peripheral vision narrows and the …8 -
Re: Not eating and losing weight
My wife eats like a horse and is bedridden but has still lost a lot of weight. A lot of patients lose weight whether they eat or not. It seems to be a part of the disease. As with everything else con…4 -
Re: My Mom Died November 1st
So sorry for your loss. I hope you will find comfort in knowing you provided such loving care and support.1 -
Re: Just need to talk to my friends (212)
good morning Love the campfire Hope you feel better today Lorita1 -
Re: What the …?
you’re right nobody should live with this heartbreaking disease. So sorry you are going through this. Is he on anti anxiety meds? You are trying to rationalize dementia behaviors and that’s impossibl…3 -
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
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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