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Neurologist reports no significant findings, FLAIR signal abnormalities
Not surprisingly, my DH’s EEG and MRIs did not result in a diagnosis, except for “normal age related brain shrinkage” (really is brain shrinkage considered normal??). We weren’t surprised as his symptoms are subtle and intermittent. At least now we have a baseline if there is progression. On reading the report, there is…
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how to handle losing a pet
2 weeks ago, we had to say goodbye to our 12 year old lab/mastiff. We still have 1 dog, a sweet pittie mix. DH worships all animals, much more so than humans! Since the passing of Dia, there has been an increase in his confusion, and a lot of crying. He is confused about Franco, the dog we still have, and continually asks…
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Some Hospices will Grant Extension Periods
I feel I am fortunate that my DW has been receiving excellent palliative care in her Memory Care facility. She has been in MC for over 4 years and is in early Stage 7. MC administrator advised me 10 months ago that DW was “probably eligible” for Hospice admission because of a rather dramatic weight loss, periodic…
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A must see video on dementia caregiving
How To Convince Someone With Dementia They Need Help
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Where To Get Alzheimer’s Blood Tests: A 2022 Update
https://www.beingpatient.com/where-can-i-get-an-alzheimers-blood-test/
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First time out
Today was the first time I went out, other than to the mcf, I had scheduled a short trip 140mile one way to visit my Brother and wife who flew in from Ma to their sons house in GA. I guess it is a milestone for me because I didn't feel guilty about doing it. I did visit later in the day with dw. They said she did good,but…
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What can you do for yourself that has nothing to do with caregiving?
I understand that it is hard to find time yo do things for yourself, but if you can find time, do something that you enjoy. Since my wife passed, I have the time to do what I want. I used to do photo restoration (just for myself) with Photoshop. I no longer have Photoshop, but I downloaded Gimp, an alternative which is…
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Selling DH’s car advice
I know very little about cars. I have to sell DH’s car and I will use money toward MC. It’s a 2016 Kia rio with low miles but body a little banged up in a few places. Should I pour money into it to fix up or sell as is?
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Repeated Questions and Fixations (Eeeek!!!!!)
I have not posted here for over 2 ½ years. I was stressed to a point where I started to bury my head in the sand and avoid all things Alzheimer’s. I wish I had stayed connected here, because I have learned so much from everyone else’s experiences. DH was cruising along with very slow progression until recently. He seems to…
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Viagra for Alzheimer’s?
Did anyone else see the report on using viagra to treat Alzheimer’s? I was totally shocked. Sorry I didn’t record the article, because again I was thinking it was crazy! Just wondering if anyone else saw it.
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another post about knowing better
I always hide the remotes for the TV. Didn't today. Searched high and low. Nowhere to be found. Maybe it'll turn up tomorrow. My bad, can't blame my DW, she has absolutely no recollection.
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ten year old computer and memories
I have a ten year old Windows 8.1 laptop computer . All I do with it is play chess some of the keys don't work But it was DW's last computer and it has her name and many pictures. She was a computer genius and an always needed the fastest and newest machines. DW built her first Computer in 1977. My first in 1980 over the…
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Delirium or hallucinations?
My DW has had hallucinations for a year or more but mostly small smiling kids that live in bushes outside. Last night was a doozy. She woke up and saw a lady in a white dress standing in the bedroom. The lady scared the bejesus out of her. She was terrified and wouldn't go back into the bedroom. I convinced her after she…
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Alone(5)
I am so alone with my husband's nonofficial diagnosis. It is difficult because he is lucid but situationally unaware. I feel like I am drowning. He resists leaving the house though he can run errands at times. I tried reaching out to his adult daughter and she thinks that it is normal aging. It's odd that family refuse to…
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Is it pain or just attention?
DH has recovered nicely from his his fall. Vertebrae have and are healing and home PT ends tomorrow, outpatient begins. For the past 2 weeks he’s been grimacing and moaning in pain when he walks. Relying on cane more and says has pain in his leg. However when PT is here DH dismisses it as it’s not that bad. PT leaves and…
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easy recipes for instant pot?
I got an instant pot for Christmas, but I'm not much of a cook. Since these things are so popular now, I thought some of you might have recipes that take little hands on time, and is full of flavor. Any suggestions are appreciated. We can all use something like that.
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Soliciting advice: Meals schedule
Hi everybody! I have gained a lot by reading your discussions for a few months (thanks!) but this is my first post. My question is: how important is it to keep a fixed schedule of meals for a PWD? I understand the answer may be very personal, so this is our background info. My DW was diagnosed with dementia ("probably AD"…
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Weeks left
Met with hospice on Tuesday. I was told he only has weeks not months left. If he makes it to Christmas, they will be surprised. He is a fighter. No solid food for over 3 weeks but is drinking. For the most part, he still knows me and the kids. I had a houseful yesterday. We visited George in the am and had dinner later in…
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Just need to talk to my friends (182)
It' 42 degrees right now, down from high 70s today. Still no idea how much rain we had but was just out on the porch and heard a couple of calves walking through water. Anxious to know. Talked to my BIL in the Texas Panhandle earlier this evening. He said they had a pretty snow today- big flakes falling straight down. The…
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Another bad night and need opinions
DH had been having bad nights a few weeks ago where he would get up, wander around, leave the room then come back only to repeat it again about 20 minutes later. It has been better the past few weeks with him sleeping until 5:00am (I'll take it). Last night though at 3:30 he jumped out of bed yelling at me, who are you?…
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No politics, no wars, nothing but good stuff
https://www.npr.org/2022/11/26/1138671852/charles-schulz-100-birthday-peanuts-legacy
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Something a little different your LO might like
He is/was billed as the world's greatest singing impressionist. His name is Bob Anderson, and he sings the songs you will likely remember. Your LO might enjoy it. He is excellent. Bob Anderson "The worlds greatest singing impressionist."
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Just starting the journey
DW was recently diagnosed with AD. I have been reading several books on caregiving and I know it is going to be a journey and that I am just starting, while most of you have been at this a while. She is still able to be independent but is declining. Should I be making the needed safety changes to the house (support rails,…
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Our Mr. Toad
https://tinyurl.com/y4336y9t
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I hope your day was as good as mine
We had a house full. The women did all the cooking, and there was more than we needed. I invited a good neighbor who lives alone. I wasn't sure this was at all possible, but even though I'm grieving the loss of my wife, I had a good time. We have a close family, and we got through it together.
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Gum disease cause of Alz???
https://www.sciencealert.com/the-cause-of-alzheimers-could-be-coming-from-inside-your-mouth
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Memorializing the Journey
I've been through many long stressful times in my life from the time I was a kid. As I got older, I would find my self from time to time in a long and stressful situation that would last for years and seemingly would never end. At some point during the height of the stress I would do something to memorialize that time in…
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Just remember.....
As bad as it might be, you have something to be thankful for. I hope everybody makes the most of the day tomorrow.
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Happy Thanksgiving(2)
Happy Thanksgiving to all my fellow travelers on this journey! May you all have an enjoyable day with your LOs.
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Alzheimer Law Allows Younger Patients to Gain Eligibility for Grants, Programs
https://www.pharmacytimes.com/view/alzheimer-law-allows-younger-patients-to-gain-eligibility-for-grants-programs