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I have caregiver guilt. I am exhausted and my life and husband's life has been shaken like shake n bake and thrown into an iron skillet. My husband is my entire life and we have little family support who live in 2 different states and we dont have kids. My husband has parkinsons and some cognitive decline. He doesnt want to follow dr instructions. He gets so frustrated with me. We have been at this for 4 years and i am exhausted giving orders. I have to constantly tell him to drink water to prevent dehydration and contipation. Neurologist stated that he needs to participate in his treatment plan. It is so frustrating when if he would drink fluids he could prevent multiple ER visits. He doesnt cooperate much and it is tough on me. Thanks for letting me vent

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@jbug25

I am in a similar boat with my dad. (I am actually sitting in hospital cafeteria now!). One of his docs has offered to implement IV hydration twice a week. Might this be something your husband would consider? Blessings to you in this struggle!

I get what you are saying. Being a caregiver is alot of their time..not me time. Most of us are tired , frustrated and loving them all at the same time. Your words were very nice and refreshing!
Thank you