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No more Driving
My husband’s neurologist recommended to him not to drive. I also am trying to schedule him for drivers evaluation. He doesn’t want to do this...
My husband had an appointment at Cleveland Clinic yesterday
We (I) started seeking out a Neurologist last November for my dear husband. He has been showing signs of MCI (Mild Cognitive Issues) for the...
Husband newly diagnosed with Alheimer's at 61: overwhelmed
While I am reading everything I can find, I am still overwhelmed with his diagnosis. Both of his parents had AD and my grandmother so...
CCRC - How early/late is too early/late?
I don't know where to start. I'm 59 and my DH is 68. He was diagnosed with MCI (w/"concern for Alzheimer's") in December. The neurologist...
The Driver's License Discussion...
Hello, Friends! I'm having difficulty getting my husband to understand he needs to relinquish his drivers license. The fact is, he is still a very...
Self esteem with dementia
I'm wondering about the self esteem of someone with dementia. My wife had her annual wellness visit yesterday. Her primary care doctor she really likes...
Everyday Becomes More Difficult
We have been snow birds for over 13 years…have been married 53 years. Over the past few years I and my family have noticed some...
New to caring for dementia
I'm at a loss as to how to deal with caring for my father. He is in complete denial that he has memory problems. He...
Husband diagnosed with MCI, meeting criteria for probable CAA.
I have no one I can talk to and I'm hoping to find others with similar situations. I first noticed my husband's symptoms in about...
Husband (43) showing signs of Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI): Anyone?
He can't remember names of people he knows, not people super close to us but lots of whats his name etc. this happens daily and...
Husband With Slow Cognitive Decline: So sad & confused
About 11 years ago at age 55, my husband became very ill with a high fever, was admitted to hospital but not treated with any...
Husband doesn't fit PD or Lewy Body exactly.
I feel very lonely because I have not been able to find anyone who truly understands. Friends try to be supportive, but no one really...
Being prepared for the Neuropsychologist appointment: Tips
We waited months for an appointment with a neuropsychologist, and the day finally arrived yesterday. I mistakenly assumed that my husband's neurologist's office had forwarded...
Harmful to point out the gravity of my wife's memory problems?
My first post. First, heart goes out to those with far graver concerns than mine. I have watched my wife's short-term memory disintegrate over the...
Dementia - First 5 years report - sharing experiences
Sharing experiences and looking for a CureHello all, I'd like to share about my Mom's journey, even it's being tough to find a effective treatment...
Is your loved one with dementia sleeping a lot (too much)?
Is anyone else's loved have a hard time falling asleep AND sleeping too much? My 63 yo husband has been living with dementia caused by...
Low vitamin D blood levels and dememtia
My wife just had her wellness visit and has low vitamin D blood level. Her doc prescribed a prescription level vitamin d2 tablet twice weekly....
How to care for mom when dad does not help?
Hi. I am new here but could really use some advice. I feel like I have a unique situation and don't know who to ask...
Early stage memory loss and MCI lack of medical attention
https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/early-stage-memory-loss-and-mci-lack-of-medical-attention/
My husband has memory issues and Mild Cognitive Impairment. My problem is finding help in the medical world for people in his early stage of...
How do you handle uncooperative and manipulative behaviors?
How do you handle uncooperative and manipulative behaviors? I'm at my wits end. It would be so much easier if all this was over. My...
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