I have been reading all of you for several months......my husband has finally had his testing appt. and we are waiting for the call back to hear the results. As I read your varied posts this morning I just wanted to say what so many have already said and that is "thank-you" for your openness and honesty, your willingness to share whatever and encourage one another. It is so helpful to learn from all of you and know I am not alone in this journey.
Andy, you are very welcome here. Feel free to post whenever you like, we'll be glad to hear about your results and also, about how life is going for you. But if you prefer -- just keep on reading!
Welcome to myIwebsite. I am away visiting relatives for Thanksgiving, but I check in every so often, and I just saw your post.
You have come to a place of comfort for spouses who are trying to cope with the Alzheimer's/dementia of their husband/wife. The issues we face in dealing with a spouse with this disease are so different from the issues faced by children and grandchildren caregivers. We discuss all of those issues here - loss of intimacy; social contact; conversation; anger; resentment; stress; and pain of living with the stranger that Alzheimer's Disease has put in place of our beloved spouse.
The message boards are only part of this website. Please be sure to log onto the home page - www.thealzheimerspouse.com - and read all of the resources on the left side. I recommend starting with "Newly Diagnosed/New Member" and "Understanding the Dementia Experience". There are 4 sections for EOAD members - two of which focus on the young teens whose parents have EOAD (early onset AD). There is a great new section on informative videos, and another excellent resource - Early Onset Dementia - A Practical Guide.
Do not miss the "previous blog" section. It is there you will find a huge array of topics with which you can relate. Log onto the home page daily for new blogs; news updates; important information.
I hope you will visit often and get the support and information you are looking for.
welcome Andy. we congregate here to feel companionship and know that others who are AD spousal caregivers know how we feel. its a family of folks who can be here to offer help, advice or handholding when needed. feel free to join in any posts. many here are veteran caregivers some are very new many are in the middle . we all know how much of a relief it is to find others in the trenches and can offer support. divvi
Welcome Andy. If you play your cards right divvi might invite you to one of her cyber parties. She claims to be a great cook but thus far all we have from her is promises. No matter how bad things go you will find that in addition to wonderful information and care tips we also have time for humor. No matter how bad things are-we here do understand and will be here for you.
Welcome to the family Andy. The best thing I ever did for myself while going through this journey was joining this group. It does ones heart good to know they are not alone in their struggles. Keep posting, we all understand ((hugs))
Hi and welcome, Andy. Lots of things going on here - and we have a rope with lots of big knots to hang onto if you should need it! We are all in this together - thank goodness, we are not alone!
Welcome Andy: sorry you have to be here, but since you are, you picked the right place to be..You will find much information,love, and frindship..you are not alone. Being part of this Family..is a salvation....Hugs to you...Rosalie
Hi, Andy. So glad you dropped by. I've learned so much on this site that I hardly have any problems left at all (that's a joke) but I do feel much more in control.And that's a good thing!
Blessings to you and your DH. Hope to visit with you again.