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Re: Dogs and Alzheimer’s
Lots of interesting and different experiences, which is why this site is so helpful. We have 2 teddy bears that we have had 11 years. DW is in stage 5/6 and loves them dearly (more than me?) but can …2 -
Re: Accusations
People with dementia often have anosognosia. This is the inability to recognize their symptoms or limitations. It is very difficult to deal with. Trying to reason with him by pointing out symptoms is…5 -
Re: Neurological Symptoms
Thank you, SDianeL. Yes, his pacemaker was checked recently. It is working as it should. It doesn't seem to be any of his meds, based on their known side effects.1 -
Re: Move to an apt. as a second home
thank you for the thoughtful replies- this group is the best! My husband is still physically strong and active (he is 73) so we’re just not ready for MC yet. In fact, I chose a sr living community th…5 -
Re: STAGE 8 - There is no other side of grief...
Diane - your grief is being used for good. I can only hope to handle my grief as gracefully. As always I am thankful for your participation here.2 -
Jason Aldean song “Help You Remember”
He is raising money for Alzheimer’s. He had a family member with dementia. Beautiful song. https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=fKEVGVOYG842 -
Re: Just need to talk to my friends (212)
Beth, you’re right, I googled it and the picture was exactly what we saw. Darn it! I was hoping after seeing it they would come back for me and “Take (me) to where no man has gone before”. Ron2 -
So instead of carrying grief…carrying my love?
I saw this on another site. it spoke to me. I have been trying desperately to leave the grief behind. Maybe this will help. I’m leaving you here. For one night I want to forget. And maybe smile. Grie…2 -
Re: My DW's pain levels
https://alzconnected.org/discussion/74616/my-dws-pain-levels I can relate to your experience. We visited a "dementia specialist" (neurology) who put DW through hours of misery in testing, g…2 -
Re: in stage 8 after a fall
i’m so sorry for the loss of your dear husband. Please try to take good care of yourself in the coming days.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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