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2 Young

Although this is my first post, I am not new to the forum. I’ve been gleaning useful information as well as comfort from many of you for over a year. I decided it’s time to come out of the shadows and introduce myself. DH and I have been married 40 years. I am 59 and he is 60. He was diagnosed with early onset Alzheimer’s in 2015, at which time he was sent home from work, never to return again. He was a highly preferred respiratory therapist. He loved his job and was loved by all. Needless to say, our world was turned upside down. I am his full time caregiver and things are becoming extremely difficult. I would estimate him to be at early stage 7. I anticipate sharing much more in the future as I need help and hope to offer help. Thank you for letting me join this community.

Mint

Welcome 2Young,  

Very sorry that you have to join us but I am glad you found us.  Have something in common,  am a retired respiratory therapist. 

2 Young

Thank you, Sayra. I’m so glad to have found this place too.

Ed1937

2young, I'm sorry you have to walk this dreaded path with us. Hopefully when you have questions, there will be someone here who has been there already. As you know, we have people who have been through every moment of this disease, and are ready to help. With your husband being in stage 7, no doubt you will have much to offer too. Welcome to the forum.

2 Young

Thank you for making me feel welcome, Ed. I have always been a “tough it out” kind of person, reluctant to reach out for help but I am quickly becoming more of an “I’ll take whatever help I can get” kind of person.

Doityourselfer

Welcome 2 Young,  

Something we have in common is that I'm the full time caregiver to my 62 yr old husband who is in early stage 7.  It's definitely not an easy job .

French

Welcome 2 young.

Joe C.

Welcome 2 Young sorry you needed to seek us out!

M1

Ditto. Glad you reached out. These are good folks. We are in this together....

2 Young

No it’s not easy. I’m sorry you are in the same sinking boat.

2 Young

Thank you all for your welcoming words.

HSW

Hello 2 Young, my husband and I have been together for 39 years. He is 59 and I am 56. I'de say he is at stage 6. We are watching old movies today. Thinking about the next stage , food to be exact because I'm hungry, and wondering how the heck can I make an appetizing blended meal

2 Young

Hello HSW. Thank you for reaching out. I hope you come up with something delicious.