Hello: it's not all bad, however when I'm feeling bad I just walk away for a bit, try to ground myself in nature then do something I like.
I guess I could by myself flowers for Valentine's Day.
🌹 Thanks for your support.
Judi

Hello Colleen, my husband has dementia diagnosed first with MCI and diagnosed with markers for Alzheimer's at Mayo in Jacksonville. I have to say he is still functioning somewhat normal, doing many improvements in our home, taking care of outside plants, etc. and driving. He was tested for driving at Brooks Rehab in Jacksonville and passed all the written and driving tests. He is being tested again through the VA in March. I his personality has changed. There as days when this is difficult for me. The VA now has programs for Caregivers and I have interviewed with them and I will partake in their programs as well. We left our home in Florida in April and moved to Charleston where he is followed by the VA. Two adult children live here and five grandchildren which is helpful. I still follow the Dementia Groups at Mayo each week. I have learned each day is different. My issue is anger and feeling alone having left friends in Florida and a social life. However, I try to focus on better days like today when I buy new flowers and my daughter and family are coming later today to watch the Super Bowl and eat our way through it! Thank you for reaching out.