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I know that Lewy Body Dementia has very distinct characteristics so I hesitate to share ideas...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1499147/

Discussion: My partner is angry and confused: Any hints to help me help him?

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Feb 6 2:10am

Hi Anna, I can sympathize with your frustration in getting your husband to engage in activities....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1538817/

Discussion: How to help with spouse's boredom

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: 4 days ago

Hello @kdo0827 You are in! Welcome to Mayo Connect and the caregivers discussion group! I am...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/113165/

Discussion: Introductions: Are you caring for someone with dementia?

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Jan 2, 2019

Many insightful and helpful posts on this string 🙏🏻. As regards the resistance and denial by...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/993551/

Discussion: Why diagnose obvious MCI?

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Jan 8, 2024

My husband was diagnosed with Lewy Body Dementia last week. It was not a surprise, I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/828351/

Discussion: Husband With Slow Cognitive Decline: So sad & confused

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Mar 19, 2023

@kdo0827 @kathymcl, I'd like to add my welcome and am glad you've joined the Caregivers group....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/113182/

Discussion: Introductions: Are you caring for someone with dementia?

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Jan 5, 2019

dolly, you're right this is a terrible disease!! I'm in the process of placing my 63...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1047016/

Discussion: “Memory loss teaches us not to entrance ourselves in the repetitive.”

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Apr 7, 2024

Two things I can think of: If you do not internalize the negative energy which manifests...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1401449/

Discussion: What are you best tips for being more patient?

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Sep 25, 2025

@maestro20810 My husband has Alzheimer's. I noticed changes in him four years ago and we received...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/684375/

Discussion: Introductions: Are you caring for someone with dementia?

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Feb 25, 2022

Good morning Fleetwood, My heart goes out to you. I believe the one that is suffering...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/915883/

Discussion: Denial of MCI - how does spouse/caregiver cope?

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Aug 20, 2023

@anncgrl, Good evening. It is November 9, and your name was flashing on my waitlist. That...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/280259/

Discussion: The End: When caregiving ends, my husband passed away

Support Group: Caregivers

Posted: Nov 9, 2019

We have always (OK, ALMOST always) had a wonderful, equal relationship. Household “chores” were based not...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1101753/

Discussion: Transition time is difficult

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Jul 8, 2024

@maggy9 I agree that we need to be open to conversation about this disease and not...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1150902/

Discussion: How does sharing diagnosis of Alzheimer's affect patient?

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Oct 2, 2024

That's a beautiful post, Bill, and you're current life is a lovely tribute to your wife...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/874698/

Discussion: Frozen in Time

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Jun 8, 2023

Both his side and my side think he needs to be in a memory facility as...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/718029/

Discussion: Are these signs of Dementia or Alzheimers disease?

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Jun 16, 2022

I am so sorry, I replied in the wrong spot, about my work in nursing homes,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1139558/

Discussion: Spouse denial of MCI destroying our marriage

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Sep 10, 2024

@dianajane, You make such a good point of the need to periodically review end-of-life decisions. My...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/333705/

Discussion: Assisted Living and DNR (Do Not Resuscitate)

Support Group: Caregivers

Posted: Feb 15, 2021

Oh dear! He likes churning up trouble! I feel sorry that he tells all those untrue...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/727528/

Discussion: Spouse with cognitive problems and finances

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Jul 16, 2022

My husband of 58 years was in a lot of undiagnosed stomach pain. He never stopped...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/952625/

Discussion: He's driving me away from wanting to take care of him

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Oct 23, 2023

Thank you for your insights. Yes, I can bounce this off his brother, who has thankfully...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1333923/

Discussion: Caregiver for spouse with MCI (Mild cognitive impairment)

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Jun 24, 2025

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