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My husband is scheduled for next week for his evaluation. I feel like this is real...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/886920/

Discussion: No more Driving

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Jun 29, 2023

My husband was able to get his license with no restrictions may 8. Due to TIA...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/872072/

Discussion: No more Driving

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Jun 4, 2023

@pearlandpeacock I would be very interested in a little more information on the experimental drug you...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/112858/

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

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Nov 26, 2016

Well, Tom is still not sleeping regularly. At his last dr appt his neurologist switched his...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1062295/

Discussion: Is your loved one with dementia sleeping a lot (too much)?

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: May 4, 2024

It may not really be denial. He may simply not remember he forgets. My husband did...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1029780/

Discussion: Husband diagnosed MCI: He is in denial and personality is changing

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Mar 8, 2024

Hi Colleen, My husband has been seeing a neurologist for years for an essential tremor. A...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/952121/

Discussion: Being prepared for the Neuropsychologist appointment: Tips

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Oct 22, 2023

It started when neurologist sent him to speech therapy for the aphasia. He actually liked the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1099034/

Discussion: Any Games or “Homework” useful?

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Jul 4, 2024

I am going to make an appointment with a driving rehabilitation program our neurologist set us...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/882123/

Discussion: No more Driving

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Jun 20, 2023

Absolutely glad to share. Brand does make a difference.. I order most of what I get...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1345672/

Discussion: Did medication help symptoms of Vascular Dementia?

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Jul 11 8:19am

I would recommend a second opinion as well. My wife was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease about...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1173805/

Discussion: Husband doesn't fit PD or Lewy Body exactly.

Support Group: Parkinson's Disease

Posted: Nov 15, 2024

Welcome floridarick! First of all, it’s nice that your friends DO something, although it may be...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1084063/

Discussion: New CG, Question 2: SNAKE OIL?

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Jun 10, 2024

Hi @lctpdc, my husband has moderate Alzheimer's, diagnosed about five years ago. I told the neurologist...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/808888/

Discussion: Should we find a new provider??

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Feb 9, 2023

Things have declined as far as his ability to make good decisions, his driving and his...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/305118/

Discussion: Husband (43) showing signs of Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI): Anyone?

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Jul 5, 2020

I was really surprised by the comments re driving. Maybe it is different in other states,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1125496/

Discussion: No more Driving

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Aug 17, 2024

I really can empathize with your situation. I went to see my general practitioner a few...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/974311/

Discussion: I’m slowly not able to remember where and what I’m doing daily.

Support Group: Aging Well

Posted: Dec 3, 2023

Hi @luv2spin, my husband was diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease by a neurologist and neuropsychologist about three...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/716627/

Discussion: Are these signs of Dementia or Alzheimers disease?

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Jun 11, 2022

I lost most of my cognitive ability three days after the 2nd dose of the COVID...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1356346/

Discussion: My wife's Neurologist recommended a Psychiatrist-Experiences?

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Jul 25 4:15pm

I can relate to your situation. My soulmate/husband of 48 years (he is 70) has started...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1209146/

Discussion: Dealing with a Spouse with a “Mild Cognitive Impairment”

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Jan 11 1:06pm

Linda Delusions and hallucinations are common with Lewy Body. It is futile and not helpful to...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/989602/

Discussion: Sister not diagnosed yet but cognitive and physical challenges

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Jan 1, 2024

My husband is only 43. We have never gone to the Mayo clinic I just found...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/305114/

Discussion: Husband (43) showing signs of Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI): Anyone?

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Apr 7, 2020

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