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Caregivers: Dementia | Last Active: Aug 26, 2019 | Replies (13)
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I haven’t had that happen yet...but my mom will ask about her parents or siblings...are they home...where are they...why haven’t they called...when this happens I just say I don’t know and distract and change the subject. It hurts so much to see her this way.
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Dearest @providence1960, I have been told by respected researchers on the subject of dementia, to "enter their world "
This does not mean that we have to lie to our loved ones whose memories are failing them. We simply enter their world. In their minds, their parents are still alive. Their siblings are at work, on a trip, or working in their flower garden.
There are many websites that give us valuable information on this subject of entering their world. I hope that you will find some peace of mind as you study these things. You are not alone. Many of us here have been through this more than a few times.
Yes, it breaks our hearts. Yes, we wish this was not happening to our loved ones. But we have this moment to make a difference in their lives. And to ours.
This determination will help us all get on the right track.
The road to peace in the midst of suffering. Let us walk this road together. Together we can make it.
Love and light,
Mamacita Jane