Maryland Mom
Caring for my mom Member since August 30, 2010Lost my Dad last summer at age 89. My parents had been together for 63 yrs. Lucky to have them nearby, it has also meant watching their deterioration on a near-daily basis. My Dad was definiltey hiding my Mom's dementia. I know now that he was being driven crazy with her issues but he never let on. Now that she lives alone (refuses any change there), it is painfully clear she will not be able to stay this way for long. Physically she is in excellent shape and does not take a single med for ANY condition. Sadly, her mind is going quickly. WIth a very high IQ, she has figured out ways to compensate, but even that is failing her now. Frustration and sadness and loneliness are part of our daily lives -- this disease is robbing us of her and her of so much. It is brutal on me, my children, but most of all on her. It is so hard to watch. She is worried about her pets (dog and cat) and not about herself... But if you are reading this, I am certain you are going thru this, too.