Dealing with a Spouse with a “Mild Cognitive Impairment”

Posted by tryingtimes10 @tryingtimes10, Dec 31, 2024

My husband was diagnosed with MCI in 2019. He is pretty independent, just forgetful of time, dates, location of places, anything electronic & events from our life together (we’ve been married 52 years). It’s all just getting to me. I find myself wanting to be alone so I’m not continuously reminded of these changes. Because my friends/family are out of state, working, or involved with their own families, I really have no one to talk to so I’m seeing a therapist twice a week to deal with the sadness, anger, grief I have over his condition. I just wonder if other women find themselves in this position & how they are dealing with it.

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@tryingtimes10

It’s a life changer for sure. It’s nice to know this site is here to share with others going through similar experiences. I now longer feel all alone. Thanks to all on this site for sharing.🩷

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Just starting this journey too with my husband. Lots of anxiety about the future and care needed and the cost. So glad I found this site to learn. Thank you!

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@tryingtimes10

I’m so sorry. That sounds so challenging & difficult to live with. Is he just seeing psych for Bi-polar or do you also have him connected with a dementia team for care?

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He has a nuerologist for dementia and his primary is always helping him and me.

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