how to deal with a family member who has Alzheimer Disease / myLot

Kingston, Pennsylvania

January 7, 2016 10:09pm CST

so my 86 year old nana has Alzheimer disease and its so hard to cope with cause she means the world to me and it seems every day she gets worse. she is also on heart medication cause her heart isnt beating the way its supposed to. everyday i wake up im afraid to get the one phone call and pray every night and it is really hard to watch some go threw that i dont wih upon anyone :/

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PLETHOS

@Plethos (13581)

• United States

8 Jan 16

its hard. ive seen people go through it on both sides. all you can do is try to make their day easier on them. patience is the key .

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Sheryl krauter

@Mysterygrl24 (23)

• Kingston, Pennsylvania

8 Jan 16

all i do for her make her comfortable nd let hder be around her great grand kids

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PLETHOS

@Plethos (13581)

• United States

8 Jan 16

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Heather Echola

@GardenGerty (159885)

• United States

8 Jan 16

i have not had anyone in my family have Alzheimer's disease, but I have worked in several capacities in nursing homes.I know about it first hand. There are ways you can interact that may make you feel more connected even as she is less and less connected. She may enjoy a lifelike doll, or a basket of washcloths to fold. Photo albums of the family may be good to have. Music is very soothing. The sense that stays the strongest as people age is actually the sense of smell. If your nana had a favorite fragrance or lotion, take the time to apply it for her. People who are that old often have very dry brittle skin, they forget to drink or choose not to. Sit down and have a little glass of juice with her. Enjoy what you have with her at each stage, you will not regret it.

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Sheryl krauter

@Mysterygrl24 (23)

• Kingston, Pennsylvania

8 Jan 16

i do what i can for her oi will definitely try some of those anything to help her and feel comfortable.

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