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Re: Not Showering
Amemen . He doesn't smell . Also I order this washcloths and get them by the case. They are not like hand wipes.2 -
Re: Just need to talk to my friends (214)
for you animal lovers my Missouri home has given me a few rare treats. Late yesterday I looked out my window and 8 deers were within arms reach if my arm was twice as long. I couldn’t believe they we…3 -
Re: I was Angry and then tears (Venting)
The fact that you were able to hold it in speaks volumes about you. Not all of us can do that.3 -
Re: I was Angry and then tears (Venting)
I’m so sorry. This dreadful disease takes such an emotional and physical toll. Hugs 💜1 -
Re: I was Angry and then tears (Venting)
so sorry you are going through this. You were angry at this awful disease! Understandable. It’s heartbreaking. Hugs. 💜3 -
Re: Just need to talk to my friends (214)
Good Birthday breakfast! I had the same as him except I had French toast instead of the pancakes. Now to figure out how to work some of this off before taking everyone out for dinner tonight. Ron2 -
Re: Finding a therapist
I too struggled with finding a therapist that had experience with caretakers for Alzheimer's folks. Specifically spouses. So many emotions, dang. I just kept calling around. Finally I just picke…3 -
Re: Hoping to Start an Ongoing Conversation Space for Those Living with Dementia
Hi Laura, I know the feeling - It is so different to be able to talk to people that are going thru this journey first hand. I was diagnosed in 2023 and had retire early. I have 2 APOE4 genes and have…2 -
Re: Not Showering
@welden Not exactly the same situation, but when a friend reached this point with her mom, she hired a caregiver for shower days. Her mom turned out to be more comfortable with a female aide who show…4 -
Re: Gratitude
Cindy that is such a beautiful perspective on life and love and you’ve exemplified that in your devotion and caring. Those of us blessed with such a deep love need to realize what a gift that is and …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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