My 81 yr old father has been dealing with it, for a few years, on a very slow decline. His wife just broke her hip, 6 days ago, and it threw him into a tailspin. He can hardly find his way around his neighborhood. I drove down to take care of them, the day after, and it is very very difficult. It was so bad, my brother and I confiscated all his guns, and ammo, for his safety. We also put a lock on his Kawasaki Concours 1400 motorcycle. He is completely ticked off about the guns, but hasnt figured out the motorcycle yet. I've been shuttling him around every day, and have to be adamant about him not driving a car. So, Alzheimer's Sucks.
Yes, yes it does. My mother suffered from dementia, but not Alzheimer's. Watching a loved one lose their memory and sense of self is a tough thing to do. My thoughts are with you.
Sorry to hear this. In my current job, we deal with many types of Dementia, Alzheimer's being just one. Stay strong.
You have my empathy. My granddad had alzhemiers. It was hard to watch. I recall him ready to fight me when I went to give my grandmother a hug. It really shook me up. I will pray for you, your grandfather, and your family. If you are so inclined, there are support groups out there that may help. Sent from my SM-G960U using Tapatalk
Not my Grandfather. My father. He has been like me, most of his life. Big, and very athletic, SMU football Captain and all American. Played tennis several days a week, airplane pilot, Capt in Air Force, dentist, built his own plane, and very independent. Now, he cannot find his way around his own neighborhood, all within a couple of months, or more like one week.
Sorry, yes, I realize it is your dad, and it must be far harder in that circumstance. Please keep us updated. I know it is a tough situation. Sent from my SM-G960U using Tapatalk
Are you familiar with Pick's????? That's what my Dad died from-for years we thought it was Alzheimer's.
Well, yes...right...Pick's is slightly different but not by much. I'm sorry you're dealing with it. Can you find a good support group?
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I agree. Alzheimer's sucks. Sent from my Pixel 2 using Tapatalk
I feel your pain, Scott. My dad suffered from it as well. We were visiting one day and he just sat there staring at me. Totally stink eye. My mom asked him “do you know who that is? “. He said he didn’t. He pointed to my wife and asked if he knew who that was. He replied “ yeah, that’s Keith’s wife” Sad, but kinda humorous at the same time.
You're welcome Joseph-I had never heard of that before my Mom and I received my Dad's death certificate.
Been in the situation with my grandmother. Hers was a gentle decade long decline into dementia. Rather than her rent a room in a home, she stayed with my crew and lived happily to 98. Soon my folks will need more assistance than I can provide. I'm glad for the long life opportunity that medicine provides. The science is still catching up to deal with folks living longer. Set a good example for your kids & grandkids. One day we all may need a strong compassionate hand to assist us.
Absolutely horendous illness, having to sit helpless and watch what once was a strong person deteriorate into a helpless soul...stay strong.
Thanks everyone. I appreciate the kind words. The good thing is that we all know what to expect, and we all have dealt with it before, with other family members, or with our jobs. But, it is still harder, when it is one of your parents. More exhausting than anything. It's odd to see your father become child like, emotionally. Also, I know the hardest parts are yet to come.
