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Why is it that some days my spouse is great and I wonder if the diagnosis was correct, then the next day he is so off that I have no doubt the diagnosis is correct? Do others experience this
Thank you. I do have a lot of support which is definitely a help. I find I can handle anything when I remember I’m not the only one facing this. As a former ministers wife I agree with the… read more
When you are stressed and handling too much, the brain just can't focus....too too many things to organize, to think about. Your poor brain is becoming overwhelmed...I hope you can get someone to… read more
Every one is different and thank you for positive feedback for Namenda
My husband is in memory care and they are redecorating, specifically busy flowery wallpaper in the hallways to residence rooms. It is my understanding that busy patterns should not be used. Agree? Disagree?
It’s my understanding that busy patterns can cause confusion and anxiety
I care for my mom, and was a nursing home nurse for many years. I’d like to be able to easily track the care I give, but don’t have extra time to sit and document everything. Is there an app or something someone else has used? Thanks!
This is such a good question. I too have often wished I had the time to document everything. I am so exhausted after the day pot care and other obligations, that I do not have the energy to journal… read more
DH screams and is furious all morning, then calms down and repeats the same 10 or so stories all afternnoon. When does this stop and what comes next? Thanks
Thank you for sharing, Miko. This disease is horrible. My husband is on the maximum dosage of several medications. I just want to try and keep him calm and happy throughout the progression of the… read more
Thank you all so much for your responses - very helpful but sad to learn my dear husband is most likely declining into a later stage
Although he is still able to smile when we hold hands, he no… read more
Hello Alzheimer is one of the best books with the most helpful hints and suggestions I have read. I wish I had come across it at least 4 years ago.
I am looking for support on how to deal with a family member with dementia and also take care of myself I am neglecting my own health to help my dad I feel week and alone I need help
I feel for you. That is exactly the path I have been walking. I’ve moved my mom into a nice facility but I feel like I need to be there every day after work until she goes to bed. I was not getting… read more
