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I can answer questions about caring for someone with AD, and I can offer links to research and medical information about the disease.
My father was diagnosed with Alzheimer's several years ago. My husband and I live with my parents and help my mother take care of Dad.
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Dear Margaret, I am sorry you are coping with this very difficult situation. Changing the time of day your husband gets his medicines might help his mood. The type of anti-depressant can also make a
I can't find any site that specifically talks about the medical impact of travel on Alzheimer's, but a web search will turn up any number of references to people with Alzheimer's traveling happily with
Dear Loretta, I don't know of any kind of medical reason for this travel restriction. However, I can also see reasons for concern. Travel and changes in location can be very difficult for people with
Dear Joyce, I am so sorry that you have to deal with this difficult situation. You are correct that this kind of toilet confusion is a common symptom of dementia. You may be able to help your husband
Dear Liz, It sounds like you are doing everything right with the restless sleep and urination. I am glad things are a bit better. I'm not a doctor, so I can't really comment usefully on the Ebixa
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