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I have been dealing with the driving issue for over2 years on a daily basis with...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1154710/

Discussion: Dad won't let go of driving

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Oct 9, 2024

Another little tip: Previously my wife's neurologist had given her a "no-more driving" recommendation. Periodically thereafter,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/882475/

Discussion: No more Driving

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Jun 21, 2023

Mark, there are many resources available but not easy to find. The Eldercare Locator phone number,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/852657/

Discussion: Wondering what to do in the future, concerned about fulltime care

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: May 1, 2023

We finally did get a general diagnosis of dementia from our new doctor. It is virtually...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1216211/

Discussion: What is the point of seeing a neuropsychologist?

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Jan 19 8:04am

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

When my husband was first diagnosed, he was asked to sign a permission paper allowing me...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/850796/

Discussion: MD hesitant to prescribe meds for dementia

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Apr 28, 2023

While I adore our neurologist, it has been a difficult journey trying to get him on...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/619201/

Discussion: Anyone know if 14-3-3 protein is related to Lewy body dementia?

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Jul 23, 2021

I face the same problem. Have they done a brain MRI on him. If not, insist...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1094558/

Discussion: Early stage memory loss and MCI lack of medical attention

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Jun 26, 2024

If your husband stopped driving before the test, that would be a real blessing. I finally...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/875975/

Discussion: No more Driving

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Jun 10, 2023

Thank you for all your advice and information. Right now, I am drowning with all the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/694343/

Discussion: Spouse's Recent Diagnosis of Fronto-Temporal Dementia

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Mar 30, 2022

Hi @tsc - I'm sorry about your husband's diagnosis. My husband was diagnosed with vascular dementia...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/639624/

Discussion: Moderate Alzheimer's, Frequent Resting and Napping

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Sep 27, 2021

Pamela, How long have you been seeing a neurologist? Has he taken the test showing MCI?...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1233685/

Discussion: I don't know why I did that

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Feb 10 11:21am

Hello. I was able to let my husband's neurologist know about his vivid dreams and lack...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1195986/

Discussion: What were the first dementia signs you noticed?

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Dec 23, 2024

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

Thank you for sharing your experience with this topic. My husband doesn't agree easily for any...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/648124/

Discussion: What is the benefit of a Neuropsychological testing?

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Oct 25, 2021

It is very difficult for all parties involved. I (as a patient) am not in control...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/614833/

Discussion: Is yelling and over-talking a part of dementia?

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Jul 7, 2021

That’s tough news to get. I understand why hearing the news everyday would bother him. He...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1295276/

Discussion: What is the best thing to say?

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: May 2 5:30pm

No respite care. She goes everywhere I go; work, golf, shopping. My respite is meditation, breathing...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/854343/

Discussion: Next Level: Servere cognitive impairment & hallucinations

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: May 4, 2023

Hi @lindakbe - I'm wondering if your friend has any close family members you can talk...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/653807/

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

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Nov 13, 2021

I could have written your post myself. Our situations have much in common. Deaf husband who...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1248040/

Discussion: Approach to bringing in a caregiver for wife

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Mar 1 11:40am

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