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It has been years since I posted on this site. However, I still see some familiar names. My dad died of Alzheimers in Sept 2018. I spent a few of the most difficult years of my life on this site, daily. At the time my sisters and I always noticed there were "angels in our path" guiding us on the difficult journey. We also made a conscious effort to provide "space for grace" (patience, understanding) toward each other. It's such a difficult path. Recently, by chance, I ran into an old friend from my childhood. Her mom has Alzheimers. She is facing similar difficulties with the long term care insurance...same company. It felt like divine intervention. God, connecting me with this old friend so I can offer some sense of help/support during a difficult time. It's my turn to be an angel in her path. I hope I can help. Sending prayers for peace and strength to all of you that are on this very difficult journey.

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  • nikopapp
    nikopapp Member Posts: 13
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    I am new to the forum but things have gone awry so fast for my mom, and you words give me comfort- thank you so much.
  • Sjodry
    Sjodry Member Posts: 68
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    Choosejoy…..Shine Your Light!
  • eaglemom
    eaglemom Member Posts: 551
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    Thank you for checking back in. You will be a good source for helping your friend through this ALZ journey. After all isn't that what its all about, helping one another?

    eagle

  • Consoweller
    Consoweller Member Posts: 1
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    Hi, I'm new to this forum as well and when I can stop crying I will share.  My brother and I have just started this journey and we feel so lost!  God does send his angels!!!!  Thank you so very much for your words.

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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