Isn’t it amazing how our society is so different from the ones who have their elders living with them.

I’m 74 years old, and have been living solo for 6 years. I absolutely love the freedom!
Three years ago I was diagnosed with Mild Cognitive Impairment. I was doing well for a while, but about one year ago I noticed some strange behaviors. I also became off balance, my eyes had problems focusing so I started using cane, then a walker.

First I was diagnosed with Ataxia (balance and vision), then my neurologist did extensive testing for dementia.
Three weeks ago I was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Dementia (mild)!

Now living alone, being off balance, and having double vision is making life interesting. Oh, and I cannot drive anymore. I am managing!
There is the Volunteer Group, “Helping Hands” that provides me with free rides to appointments. I found a woman hairstylist who cuts my hair in my home. I’m using Meals on Wheels so I can get a meal instead of a snack for dinner.

Now the question is, how long will I’ve able to run my own “show”? I’m hoping to hang on for as long as I can.