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Been a while, again


JeriB

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Dad and I have had our moments over the past few months.

 

Today started an interesting thing. He seemed confused as to why the "buzzer/speaker" (controlled entry) moved on the wall. He was not sure of the address, he had to clarify the apt number. He said that today was the first time he'd been in the bathroom... feeling concerned... Sent him to his "Daddy Daycare", then called and gave them a heads up that Dad seemed a little confused, but I could not tell if it was because he chose not to shower or if something is wrong.

 

December -

  • I got sick and was going to self medicate, Dad suggest that Mom bring something home. (Think he was confusing my aunt (Mom's sister) who had just been up for Thanksgiving.) Then he suggested my sister help. She's in Illinois.
  • Wanted to buy a Christmas present for HIS mom. She's been dead for 20+ years.
  • Got lost at a friends house, trying to find the bathroom;
  • Got confused as to whose urn is in the apt. (My mom/his wife.)
  • Got confused where we were sleeping/staying (personal home / vs hotel with sister)

Sent much of this to his PCP, and Dad is on the short list to watch for dementia based upon his history...

 

Dad talked with Brenda last night and said everything seemed fine, I concurred when I chatted with her and now he's making a liar out of us both.

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Jeri, I am glad you come to chat and catch us up there.  Yes, if it had just been my Mum at home we would have had a similar scenario.  I think it is partly the lack of conversation, I know i remember more when I have been talking it over with someone else, and partly the ageing brain. Does he do a lot of talking at "Daddy Daycare"?  Ask if they will make sure he has as much stimulation as possible in the language area and maybe you will see a difference. A lot of quizzes and puzzles so he is using the memory part of his brain.

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Jeri: I know you had him checked for UTI and I am thinking you are having a winter like we are, here in the NE. Weather can affect them so much.

 

I do agree with Sue about the talking. I talk from dawn to bed time. Even I am sick of hearing myself, but Bruce just does so much better. I noticed that very much last winter when my snow removal team bailed on us and it was all up to me. He was alone way too much.

 

But, Jeri, these are long term memory issues and just may be the Dementia. I hope his PCP heeds your developments and maybe considers a medication. Debbie

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Jeri, My father has problem with dementia. He will be talking to me on the phone( they live in England) and tell me things that have happen weeks ago, I just smile and let him continue. My Mom, has alzheimers, doctor said her brain is showing it is getting worse. Every time I call she knows it is me. I am so please about that.

 

hang in there my dear, it is so hard to be the Parent for your Parent. I am just please that they are still with us.

 

God bless

 

Yvonne

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