My first post - coping as a young person in a family with a history of alzheimers
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Hello, bless you and thank you for taking this on. One day at a time and deep breaths helps. Caring for others is a very selfless act and may you know that you are loved. Seeking out a local support group to share stories and ideas is also helpful. I find that having a bag of helpful, comforting things (heatable/freezable eye mask, hand lotions, nail polish, Calm magnesium gummies, healthful snacks, calming herbal teas, calming essential oils) are great for when you need something extra for the ones you're helping. Starting a gratitude journal is a good way to draw attention to good things big and small. Make time to care for yourself as well. If I were there I would help you. Blessings ❤️🤗 A book that has helped me beyond words is "Stronger than stress" by Barb Roose
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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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