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I need some advice on Alzheimer's
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Ladylol Pusser Cat | Report | 27 Dec 2006 12:50 |
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so sorry to hear this suzy, i hope something is sorted out for you, and very sorry about your father in law hope you get the help you need and have a bettrr new year love lorraine xxxxxxx |
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Suzy | Report | 27 Dec 2006 12:37 |
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Sue, Lal, Diana and Mandy Thank you all for your kind replies. I have PM'd you all. Suzy |
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Mandy in Wiltshire | Report | 27 Dec 2006 12:22 |
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Suzy I'm afraid I don't have any relevant advice but I'd like to offer my sincere condolences on the loss of your father-in-law. Thinking of all the family at this sad time. Love Mandy x |
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Suzy | Report | 27 Dec 2006 12:20 |
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Hello Jennifer To be honest MIL seems happy to move. Her flat, which is very big, is a lot of work for her. She seemed to like the idea of a smaller, newer place. Also, when we said about other people being around, in a communal lounge, for example, she seemed happy. I wonder if such places exist for people with Alzheimer's. I know my husband and his sister and brother abhor the idea of her going into a home, and since none of us can look after her in our homes, we want something a bit more 'half-way' if you know what I mean. Suzy |
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PinkDiana | Report | 27 Dec 2006 12:19 |
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So so sorry to hear your tragic news babe!! Get onto Social Services and ask for their advice/help! xx |
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Gillian Jennifer | Report | 27 Dec 2006 12:13 |
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The problem is, when somebody has Alzheimer's, put them in a new strange home, and it will cause more confusion, they like routine and things they know well. Perhaps you could get her a care package, where it would allow her to stay in her familiar surroundings. Good Luck. |
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Suzy | Report | 27 Dec 2006 12:05 |
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My Mother in law was diagnosed with early onset Alzheimer's in the last few months, and, with medication, was living a fairly normal life with her husband. He tragically died on Christmas Eve, and now my husband and his siblings need to work out the best option for Mum's living arrangements. I am not sure she should be living completely alone; perhaps a warden assisted flat would be nice for her. Does anyone have any experience of this. I would really welcome your advice. Thanks in advance. Suzy. x |
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