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Re: Mom won’t see a doctor but definitely has alcohol-related dementia.
Look at the Newcomers Page for helpful information. Others will be along to provide some experiences. @harshedbuzz has some great insights into a very similar situation and I’ve tagged her to look in.1 -
Re: Finding a therapist
Don't give up - it took me a few tries to find the right therapist. While my current therapist doesn't really have direct experience with dementia and caregiving, she specializes in grief a…5 -
Re: Follow up on “what you took from me”
I am in a similar situation. I had hoped to retire and maybe we could do some things together. He calls me the "B" word. He acts like he hates me but I recognize that it is the disease. I d…11 -
Re: Finding a therapist
During a difficult period I saw a therapist for a few sessions. It wasn’t specifically about the caregiving itself but more about heavy decisions I was trying to make about moving closer to kids, and…3 -
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
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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