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Looking for Support Here

Tom Huff
Tom Huff Member Posts: 8
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edited December 2025 in I Am Living With Alzheimer's or Other Dementia

Hello all,

I have some form of dementia that may be vascular or Alzheimers. I have had the ususal tests, MRIs, blood work for biomarkers, PET scan and consultation with well respected neurologists in Northern Virginia.

I am looking more for support both emotionally and in terms of locating resources for support available in my region.

I am not interested in getting into a debate on whether my decisions and the advice of my neurologist are idiotic, wrong-headed or whatever. And I do not seek judgement from others who have opinions based on a few sentences in my posts. That's been my very limited experience so far.

If anyone can point me in the direction of resources, I would be most grateful.

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  • fatcat_90601
    fatcat_90601 Member Posts: 1
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    https://alzconnected.org/discussion/74830/looking-for-support-here

    Thank you for sharing this—what you’re navigating is a lot, and it’s completely understandable to look for both emotional support and practical guidance. You’re not alone, and there are supportive resources in Northern Virginia, including local Alzheimer’s Association chapters, memory-care support groups, and the Area Agency on Aging, which can help connect you to counseling, care coordination, and community programs.

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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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