How to Talk to a Parent with Dementia I am not certain when mom got dementia. We live together and spend a lot of time together so I honestly did not notice it for a while. She can hide it well around people that she does not see often. It is very noticeable now and you would pick up on it fairly quickly if you were talking with her. Turn Anger into Compassion The majority of mom's l[...]
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Pomegranate Juice May Slow Age-Related Memory Decline Dementia is on the rise. The number of people living with dementia is currently estimated at 47 million. The projected increase by 2030 is 75 million. My mom was diagnosed with dementia one year ago. I have a relationship with her much like a sister. I will do anything I can to keep her home where she belongs and permit her from getting w[...]
I have been thinking about blogging for a few months. I have always loved writing but am unsure if I am good at it. My favorite subject is my mom Nona. I am currently 56 years old and mom is soon to be 85. Throughout our life, we have been more like sisters. Our relationship has never been formal. She is not "mother" she is "momma", mom or Nona to me. I hope to bring humor to taking care of[...]