Alzheimer's Test.....
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Comments (10)I spotted all six instantly, but then I have training in proofreading, editing and am just a good person at spotting things. Good test though, Tony. If you got three right are you considered a halftimer? Linda If you still have the bamboo can I run over this Sunday and pick it up? Linda...See MoreTell me your thoughts on: When a Parent KNOWS they have Alzheimer
Comments (26)With the "privacy laws" lots has changed! And, lets not forget the ungrateful idiots that have wiped out their parents savings with POA's. That is what has caused so many changes. I am getting through all this and am very lucky my dad can still sign. Most of the money is in his name so I can get it out to pay mom's nursing home bills, but it has been a challenge! I now have it all worked out so should not have too many more hassles. Our investment guy told me today that I am not the only one complaining about the mountain of paperwork that needs to be done to take care of parents! LOL! Some thing our attorney adviced me to do also was to change the primary benificiary on my dad's IRA's. That way if, heaven forbid, some thing happens to him the remainder of the money will not go to the nursing home for my mom's care. Makes sense and that way I will have a few pennies to take care of my brother and his special wants. Oh, that is some thing else, we also have it set up in the will that when my parents are gone my brothers share will go in to a trust for him, therefore keeping it out of the hands of the nursing home....See MoreEncouraging study on Alzheimer's!
Comments (18)Thank you, alisande, who started this thread. My older sister (64 yr. old) starts having dementia, and the classic symptom of Alzheimer's (constantly accusing people) ... Your info. gave me hope. Here's an excerpt from alisande's link: http://abc7news.com/health/non-drug-treatment-may-reverse-alzheimers/336963/ "Ten memory-loss patients, some with brain-scan-confirmed patterns of Alzheimer's, participated in a small UCLA trial called MEND (Metabolic Enhancement for NeuroDegeneration). In the UCLA protocol, patients made dramatic lifestyle changes. They avoided simple carbs, gluten and processed foods. They increased their fish intake, took yoga and meditated. They were instructed to take melatonin, get adequate sleep, incorporate vitamin B-12, vitamin D-3 and fish oil. Within six months, nine patients saw a noticeable improvement in memory. One patient, who was in the late stages of Alzheimer's, did not show improvement." **** From StrawChicago: fish-oil is best absorbed in liquid form. We used to take fish-oil capsule ... but after reading someone saw fish-oil capsules floating INTACT in the toilet bowl .. I tested it: I soaked fish-oil-capsule in vinegar (same pH as stomach acid) .. and it took hours to dissolve !! We use NOW fish-oil liquid since it's cheapest on Amazon. The liquid is from Norwegian fish (cleaner water) ... The liquid-form of fish oil is often the freshest since they can't disguise the taste with enteric-coated capsule (takes even longer to dissolve), and these often pass through if one doesn't have enough stomach acid. Another one of my favorite fish oil is Barlean's Omega-swirl, it tastes yummy like a sorbet. My teenager daughter likes that taste & it helps to weather her puberty. I tried Barlean's at my local health-food store: tasted good & like orange sorbet, zero fish-taste. I also tasted the LIME flavor, and the orange cream flavor. My ranking: 1) citrus sorbet 2) Lime 3) Orange cream. Very impressive Omega-3 profile: 910 EPA, 590 DHA, and 370 other Omega-3 .... for a total of 1,500 mg of Omega-3 per Tablespoon. I bought the Citrus Sorbet, only one left in the store's refrigerated section. I prefer buying fish-oil at local store's REFRIGERATED section, it's fresher that way. Also saw Barlean's swirl at Sam's club, but not sure about its freshness....See MoreDementia/Alzheimer's
Comments (17)You have a challenge for sure and yes some things need to be done. But a little dust in the home isn't something I'd jump up and down about when he's out driving. Establish your priorities. First things first. Laws of course vary from state to state so you need to do some research. Here in MN, a guardianship is not an easy thing to get. A Conservatorship is far easier and gives most of the power that would be needed here from your description so far. It would enable you to help with finances, etc. I'm not sure what your "draft" system is, I'm assuming it's some sort of an automatic bill payment. That can be OK if someone is monitoring it. He's still going to be susceptible to the phone scams, disreputable family members, neighbors, and others who prey on this type. Driving. You should get a statement from the doctor on his ability to drive. Put it in the doctor's lap if possible. I don't know his driving habits or anything but hitting a kid or getting lost are real possibilities. Even contacting the DMV seems extreme but a lot of people simply shouldn't be on the road and they can help evaluate. My dad went through it as did a good friend. Another friend was forced into it when his mother took his (these days you have to say) "challenged" daughter and disappeared. They were going to the store and she got lost. We had everyone we knew out searching for them, police and highway patrol were alerted. This was before cell phones were so cheap that everyone had them so there was an extra challenge there too. They were found, pulled over on a freeway ramp. That was enough to get him to pull the keys and take away the car. My dad was the same way, attitude-wise. Nobody's gonna tell HIM what to do! You need to approach it like handling a kid at times to avoid tantrums. One way that helps is to make them think it's their idea. "You wanted me to remind you to make the appointment" or "That was a good idea to get that checked out, you should do that right now. We'll go do it and stop for lunch afterward" or whatever works with him. My sister and I would go over and do some cleaning while he was gone. A lot of times he wouldn't notice it, which was all the better. I'd stop and mow while he was sleeping or gone. At first it really angered him but then it wasn't too bad. He started getting used to it. Otherwise, the suggestion to go in a group, even 2 or 3 is good, and 1 or 2 keep him occupied while other(s) tend to some things and rotate out. The biggest thing is to get it started and go. It has to be done and putting it off isn't going to make it better or easier for anyone. The optimist in me wants to point out this can even be a positive experience. Spending time with them while you can is enjoyable for both. Take a recorder and get him to tell stories, family history and the like. It also exercises their minds a bit. The recordings later will likely be treasured. Assisted living is nice, but around here, I doubt he'd be allowed into assisted living. Much depends on the local definition. Here, you have to be able to care for yourself for the most part. If his mind is going, he's going to be sent to a nursing home around here. Assisted living is exactly that, an assist. They'll give you the option to eat in the dining room, the option to have someone do light cleaning, the option to have someone wash clothes, etc. If he needs physical therapy or something, that is not part of assisted living. If you cause any trouble for any other residents, you're out. They do not have people who check on you daily, care for you, etc. It's an apartment with amenities for people who are having trouble, but it's NOT a nursing home and they're not about to become one. Went through that with my one aunt. They were patient with her and she became good friends with the administrator so they let her stay there longer than most but she was bumped to the nursing area when she was having troubles. An old GF's uncle was in a fabulous one in Eau Claire. I'd love to move into that place! Price was very reasonable there too. But there too, it's assisted living, not for someone who needs advanced care. So do some research on that before assuming things. Good luck....See More- 7 years ago
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