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sandwichone123
sandwichone123 Member Posts: 1,388
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Good morning. I joined this discussion board over five years ago. Y'all have been with me as I learned the importance of seeing a lawyer, as I hoped to keep Joe home, as I placed him in memory care, as I negotiated the girlfriend in MC, and throughout the journey. I appreciate the people here—those who were here when I arrived and have moved on, and those who arrived more recently and have offered or received support. You have been my community for a long time.

Joe was in memory care for about a third of the time we were married. We met in January 2013 and married in November 2016. He was on hospice for about three months before he passed.

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  • sfrsythe
    sfrsythe Member Posts: 47
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    I’m sorry for your loss! Your insights have helped me so much. My DH and I met in 2015 and married in 2019. We started on this part of our journey about 2-3 years ago. He still does pretty well at functioning at this point but I see the inevitable coming too. Blessings to you!

  • Chance Rider
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    @sandwichone123 I’m so sorry for your loss of Joe. I’ve learned through reading your posts and appreciate your insights. It sounds cliche, but at least Joe is at peace now and no longer suffering this wretched disease. Sending hugs 💜

  • harshedbuzz
    harshedbuzz Member Posts: 6,958
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    @sandwichone123

    I am so sorry for the loss of your dear husband.

    HB

  • CMC62
    CMC62 Member Posts: 37
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    So sorry for your loss.

  • jgreen
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    Dear @sandwichone123

    May perpetual let shine upon dear Joe and may he rest in peace.

    God bless you for all the care and attention you gave to Joe. And thank you for all you’ve done for our group. Give yourself some grace and time. May you find peace during this next stage.

  • Jgirl57
    Jgirl57 Member Posts: 899
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    RIP Joe . Peace to you and your family. Thank you for sharing with us.(((HUGS)))

  • White Crane
    White Crane Member Posts: 1,247
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    I’m so sorry for the loss of your dear Joe.

  • jen ht
    jen ht Member Posts: 236
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    I am sorry for your loss @sandwichone123 💜🫂🙏

    You and Joe are in my thoughts. Thank you for sharing your wisdom here and for your tender care of your dear Joe.

    May we be well 💜

    jht

  • Quilting brings calm
    Quilting brings calm Member Posts: 3,281
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    I’m so sorry for your loss.

  • Goodlife2025
    Goodlife2025 Member Posts: 493
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    Thank you for letting us know. May you know Peace during this transition into stage 8. So sorry for your loss.

  • Russinator
    Russinator Member Posts: 381
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    So sorry for your loss.

  • tonyac2
    tonyac2 Member Posts: 314
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    So sorry for your loss @sandwichone123, you finished well May he rest in peace

  • Marla13
    Marla13 Member Posts: 69
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    Sorry for your loss. May you find peace.

  • ARIL
    ARIL Member Posts: 561
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    I am so sorry for your loss. You were a stalwart support to Joe, and you are a great help to so many people here. Holding you close in heart.

  • NannyG55
    NannyG55 Member Posts: 1,417
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    I’m so sorry for the loss of your beloved Joe. May he rest in peace ❤️

  • Sunfish47
    Sunfish47 Member Posts: 142
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    Sorry for your loss. May his memory be a blessing.

  • CindyBum
    CindyBum Member Posts: 789
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    I'm terribly sorry for your loss of Joe and all that you both had to endure on this painful journey.

    Big hug

  • marier
    marier Member Posts: 168
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    My sincerest condolences on the loss of your dear husband Joe. Thank you for all you shared regarding your journey with Joe. As others have said give yourself time and grace as you travel through stage 8. Sending you prayers and hugs.

  • Dio
    Dio Member Posts: 953
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    My condolences…may you go forward and find joy again!

  • sandwichone123
    sandwichone123 Member Posts: 1,388
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    Thank you to everyone. :-) I will probably stick around here for a while—y'all are part of my life now.

  • annie51
    annie51 Member Posts: 825
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    Sorry this is late but I want to offer my condolences at your loss. Stage 8 is a little strange with some mixed emotions, but I hope you find peace and strength in knowing you did your best for Joe out of love and devotion. Our hearts are with you!

  • dayn2nite2
    dayn2nite2 Member Posts: 1,209
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    You did your job well, and I'm so very sorry for this tremendous loss. Yes, please stick around as you feel able - we can be a great group for stage 8 as well - or you may see a person with a problem you were able to solve while you were caregiving. It does help to give back.

  • SDianeL
    SDianeL Member Posts: 3,421
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    so sorry for your loss. Praying for your comfort. Hugs. 🙏💜

  • Phoenix1966
    Phoenix1966 Member Posts: 273
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    Wishing you peace and strength.

  • GothicGremlin
    GothicGremlin Member Posts: 1,633
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    @sandwichone123 My deepest condolences on the loss of Joe. I wish you peace as you move forward.

Commonly Used Abbreviations


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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