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Memory care for my wife: I'm having a hard time adjusting
Caregivers: Dementia | Last Active: Sep 2, 2018 | Replies (14)Comment receiving replies
Hello @merryone,
One of the most difficult things in life is to be a caregiver, but you don't have to do it alone. I'm so glad you've joined this group on Connect because you will meet many members who know exactly what you're going through – welcome!
I'm sure @kateia @mbabkk @rmftucker @jimmy48 @verilee1776 Mentor @IndianaScott and others will also join in with their insights. There are a few other discussions on Connect that I'd sincerely encourage you to view. For instance:
– When the Caregiver Needs Care https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/when-the-caregiver-needs-care/
– Caring for someone with dementia / Alzheimer's https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/caregiving-for-dementia-sufferers/
@merryone, may I ask how your father is coping with all these changes?
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Thank you for the extra resources. My father is doing very well. He gets upset about my mother though. She has coped with her mental illness and part of that was through my dad enabling her very demanding behaviour. It's hard for him to be with her sometimes right now. He is enjoying the activities and the food though and looks about 10 years younger since having his physical needs met and not having to worry about their safety anymore.