How do I handle my mother with Alzheimer's when she forgets who I am?
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Last updated: Mar 28, 2011
Q
My mom is living with me she has dementia,she has recently started to forget who I am,I am with her all day and then all of a sudden she gets upset and says wheres Nancy (this is me)I have sometimes gone out the door and walked back in just to say its me.I dont know how to handle this sometimes,I handle it allright whenn she did not remember other people but now that its me it upsets me.Any ideas on how I can handle this better?
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Hi crystalslayer,
Thank you for your question. I'm so sorry to hear about your mother's dementia. Having a loved one with dementa can be as difficult as it is heartbreaking.
You may find some great information about what to do when your mother forgets your name here: Alzheimer's Symptom: Forgets friends and family members names
You also might find our Steps & Stages Custom Care Guide and newsletter to be helpful in your caregiving journey. You can also join a Stage Group filled with caregivers that can offer their own personal advice. If you'd like to join Steps & Stages, you can get started here: http://www.caring.com/steps-stages/alzheimers
I wish you the best of luck! Emily | Community Manager
