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Re: Alzheimer’s
Hello and welcome to the forum. You have received some good advice already so I won't add too much more. If you have trouble finding a certified elder law attorney, look up nelf,org. There you w…3 -
Re: Follow up on “what you took from me”
We are here for you and many of us have experienced much the same with our loved one during their travel through this disease. When it seemed as if it would never end or improve, it did. It seemed an…5 -
Re: Mom Won’t Stop Staring Out the Door
There's probably not much she can do, especially anything that pleases her. If it makes her happy and it's not hurting anyone, which I'm sure it isn't, let her do it. It will make…1 -
Re: Memory care / Medicaid / quality of care in New Jersey VS New York
@jessjess Probably the best way to get your answers is to find an elder law attorney who is licensed in both places or at least familiar with both. Mom's CELA practiced in PA, but she had a good…1 -
Re: Stage 7 +++?
We’re with you in spirit for this hard time you’re going through. Sending hugs and hopes for strength and peace.5 -
Re: Stage 7 +++?
I echo the other’s sentiments, sounds like you were a wonderful caregiver. Prayers for you both as you’ve both been through so much.5 -
Re: Stage 7 +++?
Sending you prayers for strength and peace as you take these next steps. God's will to you and your beloved wife.5 -
Re: Stage 7 +++?
I’m so sorry for you and your DW. It certainly has to be a whirlwind of emotions for you. Caring for her thru all these difficult stages speaks volume of you and your commitment. Wishing you strength…4 -
Re: Stage 7 +++?
You are truly a hero. May God give you the strength you need to get thru this.4 -
Re: Stage 7 +++?
I’m sorry you’ve reached this stage and hope for a peaceful end to her pain and suffering. My thoughts are with you as you near the beginning of your next chapter.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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