@lindasmith Hello! And my heart goes out to you. I am my spouses caregiver also. He does not communicate as he is unable to "find his words". Actually he has been diagnosed with Primary Progressive Aphasia, non stroke related. He has mild to moderate cognitive disfunction and the alzheimers will manifest itself eventually, per his neurologist. Please listen to your needs and think of yourself often. Get respite care, do something fun and don't feel guilty. I am in therapy to do that as well. Trying to get my head around all that has transpired and the spiral that we are in. Husband is miserable as he knows what is going on. It is very depressing for both of us. This is the first week in three months that I am able to think straight. I hope you understand how important it is for both you and your spouse that you take care of your needs as well. God Bless.......DianaJane