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Have the pharmacist, neurologist and/or PPC to review his prescription meds. Some prescription meds are linked to causing memory loss.
Eliminate any OTC anti cholinergic medications. The anti cholinergic OTC meds also cause memory loss. Benadryl is a big one but that is just one of many. There are plenty of OTC meds that do not cause memory loss. Make sure to use ones that are not in the anti cholinergic classification. You can google the list.
Yes get that paperwork done now while husband understands what is going on.
The cancer, depends on how far it has gone. I have heard it can move slowly so nothing is done early on. Its sort of just watching it. The dementia, because of early onset, may move faster. Where his Dementia is stage wise, should determine how you handle his cancer.
If the two of you haven't taken care of the legal paperwork, get it done as soon as possible. You'll need wills, powers of attornies (financial, healthcare), living wills, etc. Set up an appointment with a lawyer as soon as you can.
There is a very supportive group at the Mayo Clinic online Forums for Prostate Cancer patients and their Families/Caregivers. connect.mayoclinic.org/group/prostate-cancer/
This is a medical issue. Memory issues at this age would indicate early onset of Alzheimer's if no other reason is present. Do have full discussion of this with the medical team. I am certain they will also want to do checking to make certain there is no metastasis to the brain. I am so very sorry this has come, but you yourself are going now to need to be present for all diagnostics; there may come a time when in home management isn't possible; there is paperwork and there are decisions only you know your husband would want made for him by you when the time comes.
I would suggest that you contact the doctor for a way to get either a nurse manager or a social worker on board to guide you as you go through decisions and decide direction as things rapidly change with hubby's condition. I am so very sorry for this.
Pray. Take a deep breath and know that you're not alone. Educate yourself about not only dementia, but prostate cancer as well so you'll be better prepared for what may lie ahead. And don't be afraid to ask for help when you need it, even if it's just to get away for a few hours to do something that you enjoy, because it's important to remember that you matter too in this equation.
By proceeding, I agree that I understand the following disclosures:
I. How We Work in Washington.
Based on your preferences, we provide you with information about one or more of our contracted senior living providers ("Participating Communities") and provide your Senior Living Care Information to Participating Communities. The Participating Communities may contact you directly regarding their services.
APFM does not endorse or recommend any provider. It is your sole responsibility to select the appropriate care for yourself or your loved one. We work with both you and the Participating Communities in your search. We do not permit our Advisors to have an ownership interest in Participating Communities.
II. How We Are Paid.
We do not charge you any fee – we are paid by the Participating Communities. Some Participating Communities pay us a percentage of the first month's standard rate for the rent and care services you select. We invoice these fees after the senior moves in.
III. When We Tour.
APFM tours certain Participating Communities in Washington (typically more in metropolitan areas than in rural areas.) During the 12 month period prior to December 31, 2017, we toured 86.2% of Participating Communities with capacity for 20 or more residents.
IV. No Obligation or Commitment.
You have no obligation to use or to continue to use our services. Because you pay no fee to us, you will never need to ask for a refund.
V. Complaints.
Please contact our Family Feedback Line at (866) 584-7340 or ConsumerFeedback@aplaceformom.com to report any complaint. Consumers have many avenues to address a dispute with any referral service company, including the right to file a complaint with the Attorney General's office at: Consumer Protection Division, 800 5th Avenue, Ste. 2000, Seattle, 98104 or 800-551-4636.
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APFM does not (and may not) require or even ask consumers seeking senior housing or care services in Washington State to sign waivers of liability for losses of personal property or injury or to sign waivers of any rights established under law.
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Have the pharmacist, neurologist and/or PPC to review his prescription meds. Some prescription meds are linked to causing memory loss.
Eliminate any OTC anti cholinergic medications. The anti cholinergic OTC meds also cause memory loss. Benadryl is a big one but that is just one of many. There are plenty of OTC meds that do not cause memory loss. Make sure to use ones that are not in the anti cholinergic classification. You can google the list.
The cancer, depends on how far it has gone. I have heard it can move slowly so nothing is done early on. Its sort of just watching it. The dementia, because of early onset, may move faster. Where his Dementia is stage wise, should determine how you handle his cancer.
If the two of you haven't taken care of the legal paperwork, get it done as soon as possible. You'll need wills, powers of attornies (financial, healthcare), living wills, etc. Set up an appointment with a lawyer as soon as you can.
Do have full discussion of this with the medical team. I am certain they will also want to do checking to make certain there is no metastasis to the brain.
I am so very sorry this has come, but you yourself are going now to need to be present for all diagnostics; there may come a time when in home management isn't possible; there is paperwork and there are decisions only you know your husband would want made for him by you when the time comes.
I would suggest that you contact the doctor for a way to get either a nurse manager or a social worker on board to guide you as you go through decisions and decide direction as things rapidly change with hubby's condition. I am so very sorry for this.
Educate yourself about not only dementia, but prostate cancer as well so you'll be better prepared for what may lie ahead.
And don't be afraid to ask for help when you need it, even if it's just to get away for a few hours to do something that you enjoy, because it's important to remember that you matter too in this equation.