Juliet Posted May 9, 2011 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 Quote
Virginia Posted May 9, 2011 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. Quote
Juliet Posted May 9, 2011 Author Posted May 9, 2011 (edited) 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 Edited May 9, 2011 by Juliet Quote
Deborah J Posted May 9, 2011 Posted May 9, 2011 Juliet, my heart goes out to you. I have experienced this personally. PM me if you ever need to talk. Quote
Electrophile Posted May 9, 2011 Posted May 9, 2011 (edited) 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. Edited May 9, 2011 by Electrophile Quote
MINI_Zoso Posted May 9, 2011 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 Quote
spidersandsnakes Posted May 10, 2011 Posted May 10, 2011 So sorry to hear that:(......I thought they had been making progress with this disease....anyone know more?? Quote
ledzepfvr Posted May 11, 2011 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. Quote
Juliet Posted May 13, 2011 Author Posted May 13, 2011 (edited) 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? Edited May 13, 2011 by Juliet Quote
Juliet Posted June 2, 2011 Author 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 Quote
ebk Posted June 2, 2011 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 Quote
Deborah J Posted June 2, 2011 Posted June 2, 2011 Juliet, I am so sorry. My thoughts are with you and your family. Quote
Silver Rider Posted June 2, 2011 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. Quote
ledzepfvr Posted June 2, 2011 Posted June 2, 2011 So sorry for your loss Juliet. My thoughts are with you. Quote
Virginia Posted June 2, 2011 Posted June 2, 2011 I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. My deepest sympathies to you and your family. Quote
ally Posted June 2, 2011 Posted June 2, 2011 Sorry to hear about your dad Juliet. Please accept my deepest sympathy's for you and your family. Quote
Juliet Posted June 3, 2011 Author Posted June 3, 2011 Hello: Dad was laid to rest on this beautiful June day....thank-you for your condolences... Juliet xo Quote
spidersandsnakes Posted June 6, 2011 Posted June 6, 2011 All I can say is keep on keeping on....that's all we can do in these cases .... Quote
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