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Hi DIL2013 - welcome to 'here', but sorry for the reason.
Do the guys realize her diagnosis, and the gravity of it? It doesn't sound like it. And yes, you are totally correct that this isn't good for her. Since it is their habit, it may be a bit difficult to get them to stop. Not sure how, but has anyone really spoken to them about how this teasing is now hurting her? They need to know that her brain is broken and she doesn't 'get it' any longer.
Can her husband (after he realizes the real situation), and you, intervene and redirect the situation when this stuff comes up for her? You can also offer her reassurance and comfort, and validate her feelings, which might help her.
So sorry you are dealing with 'this'…
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You might be able to find an Alzheimer’s workshop at a local hospital or church. This site could probably help you find one. The problem is you would then need them to go. The need to learn more about how to interact with a pwd. Would they watch you-tube videos, there are a lot of great ones out there. I have added a simple do’s and don’t sheet and a very good article about dementia. The problem is some people just don’t get it.
I hope you can find some way to get through to them.
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I think a lot of people really don’t understand how profound the changes are from someone with dementia/alz. They don’t realize how much the person has changed, can’t handle the same things.
Have you all ever been to an in person Alzheimer’s support group? It can be SO helpful to hear other families coping. They may “get it” hearing about others and how things need to change.
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