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Ruth Ann, Thanks for your reply. Yes ,the cost is great. We just started with Nuplazid...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/866645/

Discussion: Question about Nuplazid

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: May 25, 2023

Scott, I'm looking for some advice. My beautiful wife of 53 years has progressed from MCI...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/696484/

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

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Apr 6, 2022

My wife was initially diagnosed with MCI back in 2014 but the progression has not been...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/328819/

Discussion: My wife forgetting: Diagnosed with MCI

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Jan 14, 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

Back when my cousin developed cognitive decline pretty quickly, my goal as her HCPOA and next...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1109578/

Discussion: What is the point of seeing a neuropsychologist?

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Jul 21, 2024

Mark, It is important that you obtain an actual diagnosis for your wife as this determines...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/845454/

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

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Apr 18, 2023

Hi @uncertainsoyoung - I can just imagine how frustrating that visit with the neurologist must have...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/305119/

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

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Jul 5, 2020

I just read this entire thread. Heartbreaking and relatable. First I commend the daughters for being...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1258297/

Discussion: My father cries a lot. We are at a loss what to do.

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Mar 15 6:56am

Hi! My husband has dementia-like symtoms from viral encephalitis. He began having driving issues before the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/201074/

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

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Oct 6, 2018

In the early stages of my husband's diagnosis of Alzheimer's, five years ago, I was upset...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1079734/

Discussion: Anyone felt frustrated with doctors and trying to find a diagnosis?

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Jun 2, 2024

Hi @harleyshaw, I found, too, that after a while the neurologist lost interest, and now the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1031989/

Discussion: No more Driving

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Mar 11, 2024

My wife has early stage dementia. My father had alzheimers advanced and died of complications. My...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1365031/

Discussion: My first post, no one to talk to

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Aug 6 12:46pm

You have a boatload of stuff to deal with. I can only offer a few, humble...

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Discussion: Okay, I need your responses and help with this one

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Aug 12 5:16pm

@colleenyoung Hello, So much has happened in the last few months: On Mother's Day, my husband...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/151906/

Discussion: Alzheimer's and DNR

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Jul 10, 2017

Hi Dan, I can't tell you how much I appreciate your words of wisdom. Please feel...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/328824/

Discussion: My wife forgetting: Diagnosed with MCI

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Jan 26, 2021

I have given into my husband's sleep schedule as well. My problem is getting him to...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1124450/

Discussion: Moderate Alzheimer's, Frequent Resting and Napping

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Aug 15, 2024

I just was told by a neuropsychologist that you can have MCI and Alzheimer's simultaneously. Also,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1109420/

Discussion: What is the point of seeing a neuropsychologist?

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Jul 21, 2024

I can relate to all of the above and I have a question. There's an elephant...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1233562/

Discussion: I don't know why I did that

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Feb 10 9:32am

I understand. My husband was diagnosed with a mri with vascular dementia. He was put on...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/805824/

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

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Feb 3, 2023

Hi @amconcerned and @joyh1567, when I noticed changes in my husband's cognitive abilities in addition to...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1019959/

Discussion: Who Can I Talk To About My Wife's Cognitive Health?

Support Group: Caregivers: Dementia

Posted: Feb 21, 2024

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