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Do You Go On Vacation With Or Without Your Partner Who Has Alzheimers? Or, Do You Not Go On Vacation At All?

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My sister-in-law stayed at our house to take care of everyone & the dog while I went to visit my son in another state for 4 days. I can't take my husband with me. It's money I can't afford & the whole time would be taking care of him. None of us would enjoy this.
What do you do?

A myALZteam Member

I have 24/7 care for my mom. I haven’t taken a vacation bc even though she is well cared for I still stress about leaving. On the other hand, I am busy doing things I enjoy and seeing friends… read more

posted 18 hours ago

Which Alzheimer’s Symptom Surprised You The Most?

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@A myALZteam Member, do it! If for no other reason than for the joy and comfort your family will get from reading your clever, funny musings in years to come. I would have loved it if my mum had left… read more

posted 6 days ago (edited)

How Many Steps Are For Dementia. The Doctor Said 3 But It Been A One 3. Thank You

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A myALZteam Member

And occasionally they move between stages back and forth - better days and bad days - before fully moving to a new stage.

posted August 25

Anyone Have Any Experience Using Rexulti Vs Seroquel?

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HenryMapes- Medicaid will pay for all those very expensive drugs. Either really wealthy or really poor in the great USA. I have gone this road with my biologic meds for Rheumatoid disease....

posted August 26

Is Anyone Embarrassed To Tell Someone That Your Loved One Has Alzheimers?

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Yes, find another neurologist to give your husband meds for his agitation. It helps my hubby and I can live a bit easier.

posted 6 days ago

I'm So Sad. My Husband Is So Confused Lately. Asks The Same Question 4 Times In 4 Minutes! What Can I Do?

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When we have a day of errands and questions start, I have a white board in the car and he goes to it often to answer the questions of where and why we're going that day. Patience, but some days or… read more

posted September 1

Why Does All The Logic Disappear In A Person With Dementia? How Does A Care-partner Cope With This Without Loosing It? Mieke

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posted August 10

My Husband And I Are Traveling For Christmas Holidays. 2 Hour Plane Flight And 5 Day Hotels Stay? And Tips?

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Stage 4/5 Alzheimer’s

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I don't know if this helps or not, when we went to the Alzheimer's conference in Philadelphia we flew on Southwest Airlines from Chicago. They allowed us to board first & get settled in with others… read more

posted August 15

Is Confusing Name A Lot Not A Good Sign?

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I cannot remember names. It is not just for new friends. It has gotten worse and is so bad I don't use names. There is a game we play in the evening and some times I have to keep the scores. I… read more

posted August 10

My Wife Is Scheduled To Start A Treatment Next Week Called Lecanemab Has Anyone Had Any Experience With This Treatment?

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Thanks so much

posted August 11
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