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I forgot to add that I would consult with her doctor about medication to help with her anxiety. Cymbalta worked miracles for my loved one and she stopped crying and was quite content. I would examine the options.
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I don't know how you care for someone with that level of dementia and disability, while maintaining a job. I would not even attempt to do it. You are certainly devoted.

I will say that I think your expectation of your mom being patient, waiting for you to be free, being appreciative or understanding is not feasible. When the brain is damaged as it is with dementia, the patient has no ability to do those things. I would read a lot here and other places about dementia and how it affects not just the mind, but the body. There simply is no way they can behave the way we think they should. It's not intentional on their part.

It's not unreasonable to have your job as a priority. I would likely find some outside help to come in and help you or find a place that can care for your mom. There is so much involved with a wheelchair bound person with advanced dementia, that I don't know how it could be handled in the home with limited resources. Perhaps some people here will respond with their suggestions.
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