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Discuss and describe with the MD. It may be time for some medications that may or may not help with this issue. At some point, placement may be required if this is something that cannot be lived with. Much of "dealing with" this is going to be your getting self educated on dealing with dementia in general. I would start with watching some Teepa Snow videos (YouTube) in order to learn how to deal with someone in the throes of dementia.
I'm hoping you and he have your legal ducks in a row now, before he worsens. Are you his PoA? If not, is anyone? This needs to be created through an elder law attorney. Even if he is having mild symptoms now, he probably is still considered to have legal capacity to assign someone. The bar for legal capacity is low, and the attorney privately interviews the principal (your husband) to determine capacity and make certain he is not being coerced.
He he progresses without having a PoA, then your ability to manage his affairs (money) and transition him to appropriate care (medical) will be made all the more difficult. He most likely would wind up a ward of the courts.
Also, please get all *your* legal ducks in a row right now as well. Blessings to you and may you receive wisdom and peace in your heart of this journey.
There is no timeline with any Dementia. FTD affects the part of the brain where our emotions are. With anger can also cause violence. When that happens, its time to place the person. The first time he hits you, you call 911 and have him removed from your home. You do not allow him to return. Your safety at that point is what is most important.
I am so sorry to hear this. My father also had FTD. I recommend another online forum called ftdsupportforum.com It’s smaller than this forum and everyone on there has a loved one with FTD. I have the same username there.
It is hard to know how long any of the terrible symptoms of FTD will last with any given person. For anger, frustration, and obsessive behaviors, medications can help considerably. They do not end all the symptoms but they can make it more manageable. The neurologist or whichever doctor diagnosed him will likely have to try a few different meds and doses before finding the combination that helps your husband and makes your life more tolerable. That was exactly what happened with my dad.
I think FTD is worse for the caregiver than the person with FTD. It’s essential for you to find ways to give yourself a break.
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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.
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He he progresses without having a PoA, then your ability to manage his affairs (money) and transition him to appropriate care (medical) will be made all the more difficult. He most likely would wind up a ward of the courts.
Also, please get all *your* legal ducks in a row right now as well. Blessings to you and may you receive wisdom and peace in your heart of this journey.
It’s smaller than this forum and everyone on there has a loved one with FTD. I have the same username there.
It is hard to know how long any of the terrible symptoms of FTD will last with any given person. For anger, frustration, and obsessive behaviors, medications can help considerably. They do not end all the symptoms but they can make it more manageable. The neurologist or whichever doctor diagnosed him will likely have to try a few different meds and doses before finding the combination that helps your husband and makes your life more tolerable. That was exactly what happened with my dad.
I think FTD is worse for the caregiver than the person with FTD. It’s essential for you to find ways to give yourself a break.