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Re: Weighted blanket
also ask his doctor about medication to help him sleep. Many who post here say their LO is on Seroquel which helps. Sleep disruptions are common in dementia.1 -
Re: DH fixated on being able to drive.
The Dr.said he should not drive. I don't think I would let him take the driving test. He could be having a good day. Also your ins. Will not probably cover him if he was in an accident no matter…4 -
Re: Feeling sad and drained.
https://alzconnected.org/discussion/74640/feeling-sad-and-drained I am not younger but feel your pain. My sister is out of state and I live with mom. She has mild dementia is not driving and I have h…2 -
Re: Feeling sad and drained.
So very sorry for the heartbreak you are experiencing. I would recommend connecting in person with people who can be your support; either an AD support group, a church, or even people who like to do …2 -
Re: Feeling sad and drained.
I am glad you came here to share. I’m really sorry you are experiencing this and finding yourself in the caregiver seat most days. It’s a lonely place to be, but also an important one. You can provid…3 -
Re: End Stage
@hiker88 I am so sorry. It is hard to care so much but not have a say in care decisions. I'm kind of surprised the facility hasn't discussed bringing in hospice with your sister. Most MCFs …2 -
Re: End Stage
So sorry. These are hard times for sure. It’s hard to tell from the post whether she has the support of hospice. If not, you may be interested in these FAQs about hospice care: https://www.nia.nih.go…1 -
Re: End Stage
I would call hospice. They are wonderful and will answer all your questions. They will keep her comfortable.1 -
Re: Take a cruise?
The thing that I would consider is are you going to be willing (and able) to cut the trip short wherever you are? IMO he is not very compliant if he wont use a wheelchair. I would be concerned that h…8 -
Re: DH fixated on being able to drive.
It's downright devastating to lose one's independence and liberty. I certainly went through that with DH. It was an extremely difficult period. But for everyone's safety, I had to hold…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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