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MCI to Dementia: What can I expect in the future?

Posted by desbabydoll @desbabydoll, Aug 23, 2022

I am caring for my husband. He was diagnosed with with cognitive problems related to multiple traumatic brain injuries. I am seeing a decline in function. I knew it was coming. He has multiple physical health issues in addition to the MCI. His family is away, I feel most think I am exaggerating his decline. I watched him not being able to make a call yesterday. It worries me. He has admitted that he can't remember some of our times together. He is 21 years older than me. Any advice on what to expect in the future. He will be 60 in less than 2 months.

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Colleen Young, Connect Director | @colleenyoung | Dec 17, 2022
In reply to @billchitwood "We lost him sometime in the middle of the night. I called hospice very early and..." + (show)
@billchitwood

We lost him sometime in the middle of the night. I called hospice very early and they took care of everything. In fact Owen had a pillow for his head and he was draped in a Flag as he had served in the Navy during the Korean War.
He looked so peaceful. The last few days had been so hard watching him and unable to help other than to make sure he wasn't suffering pain. From Monday afternoon he never seemed awake or aware.
Thank you all for your support.

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Julie, I'm only catching up with the news of Bill's passing today. I add my virtual hugs.

I know that these first days and weeks are a busy time as you take care of "things". If there is a time that you would like to connect with others dealing with the passing of a loved one, please follow and join the discussions in this group:
- Loss & Grief Support Group https://connect.mayoclinic.org/group/loss-grief/

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