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bjdtgd
bjdtgd Member Posts: 3
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My husband has Alzheimer’s. How do you tell a loved one with Alzheimer’s that family members of theirs have died a long time ago. Do you lie and change the subject? Do you tell the truth? I really need some help with this thank you.

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  • SDianeL
    SDianeL Member Posts: 3,193
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    no need to tell them they won’t remember and will keep asking causing them to grieve over and over. Some say that when they ask they are anxious and wanting the feeling their loved ones provided. They say you should say they’re not home, then ask them about memories of their loved ones. What did his Mom cook, did his Dad like to fish for example.

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