@slarson14
I don't think I am especially gifted. It is kind of you to say that. I just decided to learn as much as possible about dementia and positive dementia care so that I could do the best I can to care for my husband. Initially I hired caregivers to sit in my husband's bedroom to be sure that he didn't fall again and break something else. I was uncomfortable with strangers in the house while I was sleeping but I had to do whatever it took to keep him safe. I prayed and asked God to send me a solution. Within few days a friend who used to be my housekeeper (that I have known for 40 years) called and asked if she could move in with us to help care for Ron in exchange for her own room and bathroom.She was living out of state and wanted to return to be closer to her children and grandchildren. I was so relieved when she moved in last November. It is so good for me to have someone to talk to that knows my husband and cares about him. I can get out to doctor's appointments, library, shopping because she is here with him. I think that this is as good as it gets with dementia care. I will not to place him in a facility. I want to be with him as long as God allows no matter what his cognitive abilities are. I meant it when I said "for better or worse." May God bless you and help you with your loved one.