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Column Headings: K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response T = Timeliness P = Politeness
N = Nominated for Expert of the Month
| Date | User | K | C | T | P | N | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009-11-21 | Cindy | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Mary, Thank you so much that really put things in perspective for me and I am going to have Mom read this. I will let you know what happens. Thanks again, Cindy |
| 2009-11-20 | sehee | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thankyou sooooooo much! This really helped me a lot. |
| 2009-11-14 | Cindy | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Mary, Thank you for your prompt response. It helps to know there are people out there willing to help with our questions. Cindy |
| 2009-11-12 | Tenita | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you for answering all my questions. My grandmother had the same disease,so I guess I'm next in line. What a horrible way to go. We have already discussed the question of prolonging Mom's life. That seems so unfair. She has had no life for years now. What you did for your husband's father seems the most compassionate thing to do. Thanks you for your kindness in volunteering for such an important task. |
| 2009-11-11 | Mica | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | |
| 2009-11-07 | Jannett Jones | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Mary gave ne good insight to the questions I asked concerning my mom.I feel like I've met her before. |
| 2009-11-07 | dawn frost | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | |
| 2009-11-07 | deena | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | |
| 2009-11-06 | dawn frost | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | |
| 2009-11-04 | Dianne | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thoughtful, caring and intelligent answers with love. Give her a raise! |
| 2009-11-02 | Carl | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you for such a thorough description of Alzheimer levels. This will help family, and hopefully aid my dad's Family Doctor determine the symptoms of the diseases progression. |
| 2009-10-20 | Gwendolyn | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thank you so so much...your advise was so helpful! |
| 2009-10-19 | Glenda Bryant | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Mary, I appreciate your response and knew how you might answer the question. Even I have massage her throat to enable Mom to swallow. I especially liked the point that Mom is incredibly fragile and incredibly tough. Mom's bedsore developed when she stayed in a facility that was undergoing managerial struggles and lack of adequate care. Though she had stayed in that home for nine years, we, the family, moved her to another facility that has a fairly efficient staff who rotate Mom's positioning every two hours. I guess I posed a question or two to this forum to voice what I feel and see. The important point is Mom's contented state, which I thank God for giving her at this time. |
| 2009-10-17 | Ilona | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | I appreciate having you to "talk" with, Mary. :) |
| 2009-10-16 | Carl | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thanks. He'll be at home while we're waiting for a hospice bed to become available soon |
| 2009-10-12 | Lori | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thanks so much! |
| 2009-10-04 | Al | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | |
| 2009-09-24 | Elaine | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | |
| 2009-09-24 | Bill | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Mary, you are fantastic! The heartfelt wisdom you share from your personal experiences is invaluable. Invaluable not only to me but countless others. Your are a living testament to your Mom! Thank you, Bill |
| 2009-09-23 | debbie | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | |
| 2009-09-22 | Debbie | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you so much for your time. |
| 2009-09-18 | Sharon | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Dear Mary, Thank you for your thoughtful and compassionate response. Your library of questions/answers has been a tremendous outlet while dealing with my mom's illness. It addresses "gray areas" of Alzheimer's that are based on real people's experiences. Believe it or not, reading other people's challenges and heartfelt stories allows me necessary moments to grieve. It's easy to get caught up in the maintenance, demands of the disease and to bury the emotions during this difficult, long journey. Again, thank you. Sharon Mehr |
| 2009-09-15 | Ryan | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Very thoughtful response. I have some follow ups and I'll send it later. Given me a lot to think about. |
| 2009-09-15 | Janet | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thanks very much, Mary. I appreciate your insight. |
| 2009-08-09 | Gail | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Mary, Thank you so much. I appreciate your time and attention. Your response was informative,empathic,and kind. It gives me a template to follow in this somewhat shocked state I find myself in. Thank you for sharing your expertise with a fellow human being in need. I would strongly recommend Mary as a source of support and information on Allexperts. Gail Hamwi |
| 2009-08-04 | Carolyn | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thank you so much! I truly appreciate you lengthy response, it was very helpful |
| 2009-08-02 | Brenda | 10 | 10 | 9 | 10 | Yes | Thank you, Mary. It's hard reading your reply but in my heart I know you're right. Mom wouldn't get as much out of the visit as I want her to and it would be too disruptive for her in the grand scheme of things. I really hate this disease. I appreciate the time you took responding. Take care. Brenda |
| 2009-06-16 | Cynthia | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you so much for this very informative and quick response. It has prompted me to start taking action immediately to make sure my dads financial affairs are in order. Its also helped me to see that his anger is a symptom of the disease, and to not take it personally. Thanks again Mary- your advice was a godsend. |
| 2009-05-28 | Gary | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Mary, Thank you so much. You are very knowledgeable and thorough. You went way beyond any explanation I expected. You are a gem. Thanks again, Gary |
| 2009-05-17 | sandy | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | thank you for such a fast answer . i really hope mom goes fast but if not at least she dont know whats going on for that she has been blessed. thank you once again for being here for so many of us.you are a blessing . |
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Answers by Expert:
Mary Gordon
Expertise
Several years direct experience as caregiver for family member who died of end stage AD. Did lots of research and dealt with a lot of health care professionals and caregivers over the 7 years from diagnosis to the end. Used various care options from community based resources to increasing levels of institutional. Mother of three, two born during our loved one's decline, so I know what it is to be the ham in the sandwich, taking care of the older generation and the younger at the same time and trying to balance everyone`s needs. Ask me, I`ve probably been there, done that. We made lost of mistakes and learned everything the hard way - but you don`t have to! If I can`t answer your question, I`ll steer you to a place or person who can.
Experience
Currently a program manager for a large utility company. My Alzheimers experience comes from having the illness in our family. Out of necessity, we did a lot of research in order to understand the disease, plan for what might come next, and make the right decisions to help and support our loved one. Please note, I am a Canadian living in Toronto, and therefore am not the best person to ask about US regulations and insurance rules!
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