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Unexpected moments are common in caregiving, whether humorous, inspiring or embarrassing they happen to all caregivers. Caregiver Stories is a place to share your stories and read other caregivers’ stories.

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Bagsandshoes

May 15, 2012

     After 9 months of refusing me communication w/Mom, my sister called & said I could come to see Mom because her health was failing. Mom rapidly deteriorated in 3 weeks. I'm suspicious. Mom was confined to a hospital bed in livingrm, weak & couldn't talk. She looked like she had a stroke & was dehydrated. My sister refused medical attention for Mom & she died 72 hours after I called 911 for help.
    
 

tonio999

May 14, 2012

     Does your mom have dementia? If so, unfortunately that seems to be the norm with this terrible disease. I think this has to do with the loss the person is experiencing. I know how thankless this feels in addition to having to give up employment. Im just learning about this, so someone more experienced can write in. Good luck and try to remember its the disease. tonio
    
 

Chauna

May 14, 2012

     I am new to this website but have found it to be very comforting. I am living with and taking care of my elderly mother and I have no help. I do not work as a result and all of this is very overwhelming. Her mood swings are terrible. She tries to be very manipulative and controlling. Some days everything I do/say is wrong. Other days are wonderful. Such an emotional rollercoaster.
    
 

Debi1306

May 10, 2012

     We finally made the decision to put mother into assisted living. She told me she would take me to court first. She absolutely hates the idea of this. Even the Dr. is recommending it. Does anyone have any suggestions for us? I need all the help I can get. Thank you.
    
 

maree26

May 10, 2012

     Plesae read my story on my profile and let me know if I am a crazy person or just a bit overwhelmed?
    
 

burnwajaco

May 8, 2012

     I understand perfectly. My husband does this. What happens is that part of the brain that helps control how hot or cold we are gets messed up. My hubby will put on a heavy coat in the middle of summer swearing he is cold. I have to watch him closely to prevent this. She is NOT trying to harm you. She thinks she is warming you up.In her mind it is cold. Lots of hugs. Wanda
    
 

ShellBell2

May 8, 2012

     Well Dad finally saw the light and what this woman was trying to manipulate him into. He called off the marriage. Whew! I want him to have someone but not like that. He would have been taking care of her 24/7. Her family will be putting her in assisted living b/c her health is declining rapidly anyway. They were also praying this marriage would not happen. They supported him over her in this.
    
 

gmaandsam

May 8, 2012

     i recently moved in with my 92yr old grandma who's house was built without A/C. i walk around sweating all day long and when i stop what i'm doing to talk to her she wipes my forehead and let's me know my "face is hot". i woke up to find she turned the heater on and set at 90 when it was 96 outside. i think she's trying to kill me!!
    
 

Haze9five1

May 5, 2012

     Pure and simple love.
    
 

RLP

May 3, 2012

     My son started college as a music major 2 weeks after his gruff but loving 84 year old grandfather died. He misses his Grandpa daily, but his pain has been eased some by having an equally gruff but caring music professor that he has seen almost daily for 2 years. Both men have demanded the best from my son. I believe God has truly watched over my 20 year old and tried to fill a void.I am grateful.
    

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