Dementia Support Group
Dementia is the progressive decline in cognitive function due to damage or disease in the brain beyond what might be expected from normal aging. Particularly affected areas may be memory, attention, language and problem solving, although particularly in the later stages of the condition, affected persons may be disoriented in time, place and person (not knowing who they...
Hello everyone,
I am new to this site, new to dementia dx for my husband and am so grateful I found you.
When I have more time, I will post my story, ask advice and hopefully be able to feel less alone, and give that reassurance to others, also.
In the meantime, a warm hello to anyone outhere dealing with dementia in a loved one.
Sheltifan
Albuquerque, NM
I am new to this site, new to dementia dx for my husband and am so grateful I found you.
When I have more time, I will post my story, ask advice and hopefully be able to feel less alone, and give that reassurance to others, also.
In the meantime, a warm hello to anyone outhere dealing with dementia in a loved one.
Sheltifan
Albuquerque, NM
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theatre and I are there already. I'm having a very berry tea with crackers, cheese and cherry tomatoes and she's having a joint with some beer and we're both on really comfy recliners on thick pile carpet. we need some help with the decor if anyone is around??
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I'm trying to exercise daily. I was doing fairly well until I sprained my ankle 2 weeks ago but now I'm getting back on the horse. Today I walked over a mile with my arm weights that are about 22lbs total. I was out of shape and it was hard on my arms. I also did my 30 situps. I'm also going to drink a lot of water and try to eat healthy. I do tend to have a sweet tooth but I'm cutting...
i am taking care of my mom who has altizmer dementia and brain atrophy. you have come to the right place.
Welcome to thsi awesome group of people who are so amazing and helpful. My husbadn was diagnoised with dementia fromtal lobe in June of thsi year. He will be 62 yrs young next month. It is very challenging at times to see the man that I married become a stranger before my eyes. Everyday he surprises me with something new. I have decided that since I cannot change the diagnoiss I could change the emotional roller coaster and enjoy the ride with as much laughter as possible. Although there are still times I have tears. Welcome. Blessings, Angelunaware