Alzheimer's & Dementia Care Questions
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I have found a wonderful Adult Day Care place, but my husband refuses to go. Any suggestions?
20 CommentsSo, we have a diagnosis - dementia. Should my parents decide who they want to tell, or not tell?
4 Commentssparkles87 Replied Sep 23, 2018I'm sincerely hoping for education on the ins and outs of getting some in-home care for my mom who is homebound.
1 CommentWhat happens when a vulnerable elder report is sent?
5 Commentsrebashredder Answered Sep 22, 2018Can a home care agency restrict us from ever hiring an aide we've previously worked with? Is this legal?
4 CommentsValidation verses reorienting Mom with dementia. Distraction is only working for a moment. Any advice?
20 CommentsNancynurse Replied Sep 22, 2018
Both my parents have dementia. I have read, studied, followed everything there is and still can't get them to take a shower or change clothes.
16 Comments theresamore Answered Sep 22, 2018
I have an appointment with an elder law attorney. What are some questions I should ask?
5 Comments Fromzstore Answered Sep 22, 2018
I keep thinking if I were healthy I would be better at taking care of my MILs needs. She is still in a NH for her rehab.
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Lostinthemix Answered Sep 22, 2018
Both parents with dementia and one passes. Should surviving spouse attend funeral?
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My husband has Alzheimer’s. I am wondering if being sexually and emotionally abused as a child will manifest later in the disease?
1 CommentCapgras Syndrome- how do I respond when my mom calls to ask where my father is- because she thinks the man in her house is an imposter?
6 Comments Tracilbrown Answered Sep 22, 2018
Ideas for personal care beyond an agency CNA?
6 CommentsWhat has a dementia patient said that made you laugh out loud?
62 CommentsMy mom is 82 years old and has a feeding tube, she still wants to try to eat soft food. Is it possible?
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Babydoll65 Answered Sep 21, 2018
I have POA for my mother. Can I buy a conversion van (she is wheelchair bound and has dementia),with her money?
3 CommentsIs there any benefit that pays for companion care if a person is in long term care?
3 Comments montanacmm Answered Sep 21, 2018