Steph, I agree with Jesse that it is likely to get easier, at least for a bit, as his dementia progresses. But I've learned there's a LOT of variables when it comes to dementia, so I try not to predict what folks will come across. My mom's symptoms were not at all common: she had an aphasia, so she really couldn't speak much, and aboulia, which meant she wasn't really able to act on her own behalf, someone else had to initiate most of her activities.
I think the support group would be good, esp if family is still adjusting to all of this.
Sending lots of strength and love
White board sounds very helpful, at least for the staff, but for him as well if he is still able to read. And redirection seems like the right choice too, since yeah, not likely to stop himself.
He can still read, and gets the newspaper every day. He doesn't really retain much -- like, he'll remember he read something about Northside and tell us that Northside was in the paper again, but he can't remember what the article said -- but he does read it. I don't think the whiteboard will make things stick in his memory, but as long as it's in his line of sight, it'll keep calling important things to his attention.
Timelies all!
Gary got up at 5 this morning to catch a flight. Yep, another business trip. Meanwhile, Mr. S is shoving books between my back and the back of my chair.(when he's not hitting me with stuff) Sigh...
Liese - so sorry about Sea Biscuit.
{{{Liese}}} I'm sorry to hear Seabiscuit is gone, but I know he had a wonderful life with you.
Liese! I'm so sad and sorry about the Biscuit. I remember when he came into your lives.
I hope all the Buffista pets are playing or loafing or butt-sniffing in the pet afterlife. Lucy and Kato will welcome Seabiscuit into the black-and-tan party, because they like dogs with all colors of coats.
So sorry about your pup, Liese.
Oh Liese, I'm so sorry
And also sending condolences to everyone else who has lost a beloved pet of late. Man, it hits me every year how hard springtime is on elderly pets. Different years, but I lost both Burrell and Folly around this time. Sad now.
