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We were going to Struther's in Golden Valley, Mn. His doctor decided not to see any patients there and transferred to Methodist Hospital in St. Louis Park. Ever since we have been going there and Covid-19 we can't see the doctor about changing his medication because he keeps falling asleep during the day. He called his nurse and told them the problem and it takes 3 days before anyone calls us back. I have problems with him not wanting to change his socks, take shower's and being very stubborn if he doesn't want to do something. We have been married for 47 years and I love him so much that it is hard to see a very intelligent person start going downhill so fast. What can I do to help him more without losing my temper?
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Jan, I was married for 49 years, which the last 12 years he had Parkinson's as well as Bipolar, Diabetes and High Blood Pressure. He got to a point where he was sleeping quite a bit during the day. Finally his Dr reduced his Lithium a little per day and asked him to sit outside 'in the sun' at least a couple hours a day and play with his dogs or just keep them company. He loved his dogs and would do anything for them.
He started making that change and after about a week I began to notice him sleeping less during the day. You will likely see a difference in other things too.
Stay strong, especially now, with this Virus we are all going through.
God bless you both.
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Jan, have you tried virtual medicine? Some networks/clinics allow you to work through platforms like virtuwell.com. Otherwise, keep calling and be persistent but polite. Remember you are in line for help with people whose problems are greater than yours. Also, choose to let some stuff go for now, like longer times between showering and changing socks. We've all had to alter patterns due to the lockdown. I'm not saying this casually as I realize you are locked down with a challenging person...just pick your battles so that you don't burn out. Wishing you peace today!
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Great advice, my mom has Parkinson's and has been resisting bathing. I'm allowing a longer time between baths and trying to let some things go, at least until I can get respite caregivers back in the house to help.
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