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New here caring for my Mom
My mom was diagnosed earlier this year with Alzheimer's / Dementia, my mom has a strong family history of Alzheimer's her grandmother, aunt both were in nursing facilities do to it. Mom has short-term memory problems which her neurologist says isn't uncommon because she is also on Breast Cancer medication and the family…
I’m new here
I am caring for my Mom with dementia… and I am frustrated, stressed, crying all of the time because we can’t communicate without an argument. Then she wants to know why I’m being “mean” to her. I try to tell her I’m not being mean, I’m frustrated that she doesn’t understand what I’m saying and I don’t know how to reason…
Desperate for information on how to navigate
My father is 73 years old. Not yet diagnosed, still waiting for the Oregon Medical System to reach out to schedule appointment. My father is showing signs of rapid cognitive decline. As of January 2025, his ability to manage day to day tasks, remember obligations, family gatherings, addresses, conversations and the list…
Psychologist
Hi, My mom was recently diagnosed with Alzheimer's. I was told about being about to go to a geriatric psychologist. Has anyone been to one and did it help? I'm trying to find out all the information about it and what can help me since I'm the primary caregiver. Thank you for your help!!
new here
hello everyone, joining because I'm caring for a loved one with dementia and wanted to reach out to learn more and put my experience as well
Communication
My dad is very hard to understand when he is confused and is unable to get words out that make sense , especially if he is experiencing anxiety or delerium. I have no idea what he is saying or accusing us of in these moments. It makes things worse because I don't understand his root concern. I want to help him deescalate…
Caring for a parent while also caring for young kids help
I’m brand new and this is my first post. I took over as primary caregiver for my dad who is a 75 year and has mid stage ALZ and dementia middle of last year. He’s currently in AL. My two younger siblings live out of state and they manage the financial half so I can just focus on ensuring his care. We have a good…
appropriate boundaries with teenagers?
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How honest?
I’m a new arrival here. I’ve recently been tasked with the financial duties of my parents. But the caregiving is much more complicated and challenging than any financial aspect. I have been gently honest with my mom about what’s happening to her. But she thinks that she’ll get better. Should I tell her that she will not?…
mom will not sleep
Any suggests on helping mom get to sleep
