What to do with denial of dementia Part 1

[@gloriamaggs5453]

So proud of you two! Such a positive attitude, and helpful points to so many others out here. I am 80 years old, and thankful for each of my days. Smile lots and be thankful!

[@dementiatalks1769]

Thank you you support is so appreciated

[@SuperLallypop]

I am so greatful that you guys are being open and talking about dementia. Hearing from you and hearing from your wife, is great and i appreciate it. My father's is starting to have memory problems ( he also had an episode of confusion for a long time and lost for hours) and i do want to get him tested and its very difficult because i don't want my father to become depressed more than he already is. My father's mother (My grandmother) was diagnosed with dementia in her 80's and it was difficult as a son and also fearing he might have it eventually. I live in Houston and another fear is that he owns things he is very attached to ( 🔫 ) and don't know what kind of conversation to have without having the fear of him closing out and taking away his independence. But thank you guys again.❤🙏

[@bluefluke7585]

Great video. You have a very good working relationship. There's a lot of love there.

[@Judi4Him4Ever]

You two are the sweetest. “In sickness and in health, Til death do us part” fully seen here!! The Lord Jesus be with both of you on this journey.

[@SuperLallypop]

I know i left a comment when i first ran into your wonderful video. So thankful again. Now not only do i have my father (who is believe to have dementia by multiple doctors ) but now my own mother who cares for him is in denial. I am having issues helping them and keeping them safe like I mentioned on my first comment. At this point idk what to do because my father is currently not wanting me to be involved..... I am the only one that can help them. 😢

[@mvbigmagic4048]

I'm in the same boat. My mom is adamant that she doesn't have a problem, but they've had some serious issues with house maintanance and overall safety. She's also done strange financial things that don't make sense and are harmful to them, since they rely on certain things to pay their bills. She got very angry at my suggestion that I change bills to online/automatic. And other changes to make their house safer and structurally sound were also met with angry resistance. Other family members don't agree that they have dementia and think that just "putting handrails in the hallway" is the answer. It's very isolating being the only one who sees it.

[@SuperLallypop]

@@mvbigmagic4048 I am so sorry to hear you kinda in the same boat as many of us. We know our parents better than anyone else. It a period of the denial that is a process to get thru. Specially when we change things up drastically. My only advice is to try you best to take it slow and try not too over work yourself with her. I know how hard it is to do it alone. But you have many ppl that will be here that will help you not feel so alone. Breath in and out and take ur time as you help your mental well being.

[@ramijoy2633]

You are an amazing couple! Thank you for all of your great information.

[@dementiatalks1769]

We are truly blessed, and we feel it’s our calling to share with others. That dementia is not the end of life.

[@cararugh7233]

Thank you for taking the time to do this. Very good information.

[@mutzicat]

Great points, good advice!

[@vernalynschofield8252]

Thank you for all your good suggestions.

[@Tindaree]

Really love and appreciate you both. Thank you for continuing🥰💜

[@paulinecallahan6888]

Thank you for your informative video. You are a wonderful couple ❤

[@mpat23]

Great pionts. You are looking good. I understand since I, too, have it.

[@dementiatalks1769]

Thank you for your response. If we can help you in any other way, please let us know.

[@dawnbaker8298]

Being told it's there not active yet I am scared because I took care of my mom who had she was only with us for seven months and I am so scared, not knowing when it will start,and being a caregiver I have seen it all.just the not knowing when and if it kicks in.any suggestions.

[@charlotteminichiello6260]

That’s what I’m going through I made an appointment with a specialist and he refused to go. He acts so normal but then he got up in the middle of the night got dressed and was ready to go to work he’s 91. And a other things don’t know what to do

[@Twistedstar0320]

Is your channel still active?

[@Bigdvvv]

I’d never know you had it