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  911 /COPD

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  Last Reply: Anna1212 09/26/2021

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  I work 3rd shift and got a call that Mom went by ambulance to ER.The irony is that my sister was on the phone w me. Sis is getting a divorce and has trouble sleeping. I am free at work for the most of shift.So I get calls.To leave work would mean call my boss and get him in to relieve my post. So, I waited knowing that the person who cares over night was there and Mom ok.My sister can not be there for anyone but herself so there was no getting her to go be by Mom. I get why but am tired of no...

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  Posted: 02/19/2017

  peaceful commented on the discussion Switching the "parental" role.

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  Posted: 02/19/2017

  peaceful commented on the discussion Mom received scam phone call.

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  Posted: 02/05/2017

  peaceful commented on the discussion still trying to sort this out.

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  Posted: 02/05/2017

  peaceful commented on the discussion 7 years later.....

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  Posted: 02/04/2017

  peaceful commented on the discussion Mom fell......AGAIN..

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  7 years later....

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  Last Reply: Debboo 02/09/2018

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  Hi,I have been watching videos ofTeepa Snow , Occupational Therapist who has developed a Positive Approach when caring for pepole with dementia and ALZ.My life is SO much easier. Many times my attitude and expected outcomes were way off when dealing with my Mom. It didn't help that my Mom was always difficult and demanding. Now, it is similar but easily manage by a few adjustments.If you get a chance to attend one of her events in person it will be so rewarding. She was every bit as incredible...

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  Posted: 12/30/2016

  peaceful commented on the discussion Re-grouping.

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  Re-grouping

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  Last Reply: ThePepperMan 01/05/2017

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  Hi, I use to write here many years. For reasons, life changed and making time for myself has slipped. Trying to get into the habit of caring for me again.I take care of my 90 year old mom at home. We are lucky with mobility and most cognitive function.  Enought of both to make my life stressful emotionally more than physically. My Mom is a nag by nature so kind of demanding in a similar way years later.Hoping to see folks I knew a few years ago and make new ones going...