Juliet Posted May 9, 2011 Share Posted May 9, 2011 Hello: A very close relative has been recently diagnosed with this disease...I'm not too happy right now.. I understand from info I have seen on tv etc that this disease is affecting alot of people now...and may affect even more in the future.. Any ideas on how to cope... Juliet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Virginia Posted May 9, 2011 Share Posted May 9, 2011 I'm so sorry I haven't experienced this personally, but friends have found support with The Alzheimer's Association. I know that they also raise funds for research as well. If you are not in the US I believe you can find the nearest association here: Finding Help My thoughts and prayers to you and your family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Juliet Posted May 9, 2011 Author Share Posted May 9, 2011 Hello Virgina: Thank-you so much...I knew that if I shared my thoughts here I would not feel quite so scared.. I have started to connect by joining Alzheimer Society Facebook pages..I'm feeling a bit better..if just for the fact that I see I do not have to walk this journey alone.. Juliet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deborah J Posted May 9, 2011 Share Posted May 9, 2011 Juliet, my heart goes out to you. I have experienced this personally. PM me if you ever need to talk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Electrophile Posted May 9, 2011 Share Posted May 9, 2011 There is no more a cruel death than dying of Alzheimer's, IMO. The person dies long before their body gives out. My grandmother had Alzheimer's before she finally died last November, and it was heartbreaking for my mom when she kept thinking she was her sister Pauline (my grandmother's sister, that is), and that my uncle was her late husband. By the end she didn't know who she was, where she was, even what day it was. I'd rather die fast of something painful than die from that. You have my absolute and utmost sympathies, Juliet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MINI_Zoso Posted May 9, 2011 Share Posted May 9, 2011 Hi Juliet, I had a Grandfather diagnosed with it and about a year or so ago my Grandmother. The steps you have already taken plus friends and Deborah J & Virginia's offerings/suggestions are all a great start. Hopefully you have other family nearby to help each other too. Steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spidersandsnakes Posted May 10, 2011 Share Posted May 10, 2011 So sorry to hear that:(......I thought they had been making progress with this disease....anyone know more?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ledzepfvr Posted May 11, 2011 Share Posted May 11, 2011 So sorry to hear this Juliet. Be strong and surround yourself with a good support network. Family, friends, organizations. I have not had any first had experience in my family with this, thankfully, but have had friends that have had to deal with it. Very difficult and heartbreaking for them. I watched a medical show regarding this matter and there has been some strong links between alzheimers and the consumption of sodium nitrate, which is in alot of smoked processed meats. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Juliet Posted May 13, 2011 Author Share Posted May 13, 2011 To all who have made replies and/or viewed this topic: Thanks...I appreciate your concern and ideas....I have had a few days off work this week to rest, relax and do research. Here's an interesting fact..The Alzheimers Society in Cardiff has a Facebook page. I feel better today. I'm trying to keep positive and carry on my usual routines. Once again...I appreciate your concern..ideas...thoughts and prayers... Juliet xo PS What have you done today to keep your brain active? A puzzle? Learned something new? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Juliet Posted June 2, 2011 Author Share Posted June 2, 2011 Hello: The person I wrote about passed away @ 3 a.m. today...peacefully.....I spent much time wth him yesterday recalling good times.....holding his hand...telling him not to worry...I will be o.k.... R.I.P. Dad Juliet xo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ebk Posted June 2, 2011 Share Posted June 2, 2011 Juliet, I'm so sorry to hear this. Hopefully he is at peace now. All good thoughts to you and your family. Esther Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deborah J Posted June 2, 2011 Share Posted June 2, 2011 Juliet, I am so sorry. My thoughts are with you and your family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silver Rider Posted June 2, 2011 Share Posted June 2, 2011 omg Juliet, hugs and God bless. I'm very sorry to learn of your loss. Please accept my condolences and sympathy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ledzepfvr Posted June 2, 2011 Share Posted June 2, 2011 So sorry for your loss Juliet. My thoughts are with you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Virginia Posted June 2, 2011 Share Posted June 2, 2011 I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. My deepest sympathies to you and your family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ally Posted June 2, 2011 Share Posted June 2, 2011 Sorry to hear about your dad Juliet. Please accept my deepest sympathy's for you and your family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spidersandsnakes Posted June 3, 2011 Share Posted June 3, 2011 My sincere condolences Juliet :( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Juliet Posted June 3, 2011 Author Share Posted June 3, 2011 Hello: Dad was laid to rest on this beautiful June day....thank-you for your condolences... Juliet xo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silver Rider Posted June 3, 2011 Share Posted June 3, 2011 God bless you, Juliet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spidersandsnakes Posted June 6, 2011 Share Posted June 6, 2011 All I can say is keep on keeping on....that's all we can do in these cases .... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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