going through this right now with my husband. He has been diagnosed with Dementia and having tests to determine the stage and if it is Alzheimers. Setting up appts with nursing homes and assisted living facilities to see which one is best for him. I am getting to the point of not being able to care for him (he is angry much of the time). This is the "long goodbye" and the hardest thing I have ever done. Thanks for posting this.
My grandmother just got diagnosed with this. I saw the signs years ago, but didnt think it would turn into full fledged AD. So now im researching to bring things for a better understanding to prepare for present and future. I have to admit, coming on UA-cam and hearing other ppls real life stories and circumstances is really heartbreaking. Best wishes to u all! :)
Being a caregiver is the hardest thing in the world. I can honestly say I didn't see much sunlight for more than 2 years until i got someone to help me
I am a caregiver and I love what I do . taking care for this wonderful man is great, just not have a family and friends ( some) I just want to give it up...... please some one give me some a positive words and God bless you.
i am now in this postion with my father in law.. but some family members are in denial .. they won't face that he has dementia.. i'm not sure it's alzheimers.. but he seems to have the main symptoms for it.. and he knows he's losing his memory.. we had to move him and mom to a long term care just last week.. i went through this with my dad about 3 years ago.. all you people dealing with this i support you wholeheartedly .. you're amazing people
My grandmother (my mother's mother) had been severely affected by Alzheimers' within 5 years before she died in 1998 at age 83. The disease incapacitated her intellectually and physically. She couldn't speak, walk, understand what was going on, recognize familiar faces, dress herself, feed herself, nor take care of herself and function independently. She lived under intense care of my aunt and uncle until her death. Losing both her parents was very very hard for my mother to bear.
Ladies and Gentleman who ever see this comment, my grandma died just 2 weeks ago because of alzheimer's disease, alzheimers is probably one of the most or the toughest thing iv'e ever been exposed to ever. I hope that all of you who read this can donate to the alzheimer's association. this was a very hard thign for me seeing my grandma pass on.... so please everyone, donate PLEASE donate.
I an a caregiver an find it very rewarding to care for those with alzheimer's and where I work posted a song I wrote on you tube (Rene' Song I'll Carry You) it is what we do as caregivers!!!!
This is a wonderful educational tool! My family and I are so greatful for all the help we have had from The Alzheimer's Association. My sister here on UA-cam has some music videos about Alzheimers. CarolSueKirkparick Hoping to find that cure! God Bless, Sherry
My mom was pretty young when she got it. She was only 53 when she was officially diagnosed with it by the doctor but by then it was to late. I would say she started acting funny around age 51. In to her 5th year my mom is showing signs of soon to be bed ridden. I hope they find a cure someday
Here is a helpful program that observations have shown to reduce wandering. Memory Programs has designed over 3000 digital slides controlled by remote control. Observation have show less wandering, less violence, and less volatile behavior when used in Dementia Care facilities.
Memory Programs is a new activities program for seniors. Observations where the programs have been used have shown more engagement, less wandering, less depression, less violence, and more positive work environments with individuals suffering from dementia . Click my link to see a demonstration.
@padude64 ...just a comment about Namenda...it isn't good for everyone. I'm the primary care-giver for my father-in-law. He was diagnosed with AD about 12 or 13 yrs. ago. At one point, his doc wanted to try adding Namenda. After just a few days of it, he was totally incontinent (bladder & bowels) and drooling & "drugged". We called the doc & he told us to stop it immediately. Within 2 days he was back to having control of his bladder & bowels and more like his old self.
Think of the underlying law of nature. The way of all things. Consider its astounding inferences and implications. The single, underlying law ... of nature! Not merely of physics, chemistry, psychology, biology, etc., but of all known fields of inquiry. The law we can all relate to, identify, understand and apply. Ask yourself. What is the underlying law of nature? Delight in the question. Have fun in the process of finding the answer firsthand for yourself. Google it, as a start.
padude64, i would love to talk to you, my mother is in the "severe" level now... shoot me back a comment and lets see if we can chat... love to all dealing with a close friend/family member suffering from this evil illness... tom
going through this right now with my husband. He has been diagnosed with Dementia and having tests to determine the stage and if it is Alzheimers. Setting up appts with nursing homes and assisted living facilities to see which one is best for him. I am getting to the point of not being able to care for him (he is angry much of the time). This is the "long goodbye" and the hardest thing I have ever done. Thanks for posting this.
My grandmother just got diagnosed with this. I saw the signs years ago, but didnt think it would turn into full fledged AD.
So now im researching to bring things for a better understanding to prepare for present and future. I have to admit, coming on UA-cam and hearing other ppls real life stories and circumstances is really heartbreaking.
Best wishes to u all! :)
Being a caregiver is the hardest thing in the world. I can honestly say I didn't see much sunlight for more than 2 years until i got someone to help me
I am a caregiver and I love what I do .
taking care for this wonderful man is great, just not have a family and friends ( some) I just want to give it up......
please some one give me some a positive words and God bless you.
i am now in this postion with my father in law.. but some family members are in denial .. they won't face that he has dementia.. i'm not sure it's alzheimers.. but he seems to have the main symptoms for it.. and he knows he's losing his memory.. we had to move him and mom to a long term care just last week.. i went through this with my dad about 3 years ago.. all you people dealing with this i support you wholeheartedly .. you're amazing people
The best thing you can do to prolong their life is spend time with them. Music seems to work for my Mom. It seems that music keeps the mind working.
My grandmother (my mother's mother) had been severely affected by Alzheimers' within 5 years before she died in 1998 at age 83. The disease incapacitated her intellectually and physically. She couldn't speak, walk, understand what was going on, recognize familiar faces, dress herself, feed herself, nor take care of herself and function independently. She lived under intense care of my aunt and uncle until her death. Losing both her parents was very very hard for my mother to bear.
Ladies and Gentleman who ever see this comment, my grandma died just 2 weeks ago because of alzheimer's disease, alzheimers is probably one of the most or the toughest thing iv'e ever been exposed to ever. I hope that all of you who read this can donate to the alzheimer's association. this was a very hard thign for me seeing my grandma pass on.... so please everyone, donate PLEASE donate.
I an a caregiver an find it very rewarding to care for those with alzheimer's and where I work posted a song I wrote on you tube (Rene' Song I'll Carry You) it is what we do as caregivers!!!!
Excellent
@makiatia God bless you abundantly for your service to others!!!
This is a wonderful educational tool! My family and I are so greatful for all the help we have had from The Alzheimer's Association. My sister here on UA-cam has some music videos about Alzheimers. CarolSueKirkparick
Hoping to find that cure! God Bless, Sherry
My mom was pretty young when she got it. She was only 53 when she was officially diagnosed with it by the doctor but by then it was to late. I would say she started acting funny around age 51. In to her 5th year my mom is showing signs of soon to be bed ridden.
I hope they find a cure someday
@basketdaddy God Bless you because I am joining!
very informative video
Here is a helpful program that observations have shown to reduce wandering. Memory Programs has designed over 3000 digital slides controlled by remote control. Observation have show less wandering, less violence, and less volatile behavior when used in Dementia Care facilities.
very good
Memory Programs is a new activities program for seniors. Observations where the programs have been used have shown more engagement, less wandering, less depression, less violence, and more positive work environments with individuals suffering from dementia . Click my link to see a demonstration.
@padude64 ...just a comment about Namenda...it isn't good for everyone. I'm the primary care-giver for my father-in-law. He was diagnosed with AD about 12 or 13 yrs. ago. At one point, his doc wanted to try adding Namenda. After just a few days of it, he was totally incontinent (bladder & bowels) and drooling & "drugged". We called the doc & he told us to stop it immediately. Within 2 days he was back to having control of his bladder & bowels and more like his old self.
people get it in their 30's and 40's too, I once had a 40 something year old end stage client whose mom came in to help care or her.
Think of the underlying law of nature. The way of all things.
Consider its astounding inferences and implications.
The single, underlying law ... of nature! Not merely of physics, chemistry, psychology, biology, etc., but of all known fields of inquiry. The law we can all relate to, identify, understand and apply.
Ask yourself. What is the underlying law of nature?
Delight in the question. Have fun in the process of finding the answer firsthand for yourself.
Google it, as a start.
it's the 3rd leading killer in my country after cancer and heart disease.
I hate this Alzheimers.my dad have Alzheimers.And i what to help Pepole if the whant to talk.
Such a cruel disease...
Food additives anyone?
padude64, i would love to talk to you, my mother is in the "severe" level now... shoot me back a comment and lets see if we can chat... love to all dealing with a close friend/family member suffering from this evil illness... tom