Slip Sliding Away

Malka

My dad seems to be moving into another slide. Last week when we went to the doctor with him, he turned and looked at me and didn't know who I was. I took it rather well with him, I just said it's (my name). And then he knew.

Today, he told me he didn't know where he was. He doesn't know he is in his own apartment. He doesn't know the town he lives in.

I am very worried because his aide is going to leave and have some minor surgery, but will be gone for a week. He has a regular sub aide, but I don't think he will recognize her after not see her for two weeks. Is it time for me to really consider moving him or should I wait and see how the substitute does? Regular aide is leaving on Thanksgiving. She didn't give me much notice. I don't know what to do.

All opinions welcome,

M

eberesford

God bless you Malika and all the care you're proving your father. My mother is at this stage now where she doesn't know where she is if she's been the for a while. We had a new caregiver visit my mom and mentioned to her it was her old friend from Australia. The caregiver knew my mom's story so she was ready for the meeting. I hope this helps in your journey. May we all find peace in finding a cure for this horrible disease. Eric

withersa

My family also experienced a similar situation with my great-grandmother. She had ALZ and frequently forgot who we were and where she was. Every time I saw her, it required me to reintroduce myself as her great-granddaughter. We eventually moved her into a nursing facility however, if your father knows the sub aide maybe reintroduce them and let them spend some time together for him to get adjusted. See how that goes first and them move from there. I hope you can find peace throughout this tough time, A