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How do you deal with a spouse who refuses to do therapy?
Caregivers | Last Active: Sep 30 11:42am | Replies (19)Comment receiving replies
He thinks what they are asking him to do is nonsense. He also has aphasia and memory loss. He gets frustrated that they keep asking him to do things that he does not remember doing. He is also not talking much because he is having a hard time getting the right words.
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Hi @tazcat - it’s really difficult when we forget and it’s hard when we hear “I told you that” or “you did it yesterday, remember.”
I can’t relate to aphasia but the Aphasia Institute (link below) may be a helpful resource for him and any caregivers.
Patience is important, approach each day as a fresh start…explain that today’s exercises are XYZ - and they will help you with this-that-and the other thing. Understanding why I was doing something was very helpful.
Also there is strong research and evidence that cardiovascular exercise (even just walking) is helpful in stroke recovery. It’s helps to pump oxygenated blood to the brain. I’m sure I can find you more info if you need it.
Final note, it took me 5-years to realize that recovery is a journey and not a destination. It took a lot of the pressure off me on where I was right now.
https://www.aphasia.ca/