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FakeNoose

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49. It sounds like you are in very good hands

Sat Mar 28, 2026, 12:52 PM

Mar 28

You've made a good decision to sell your house at the right time. I'm sure it was difficult, but now you and your husband have downsized and the hardest part is over. Also you have a good doctor who is giving you awesome advice. Be sure to follow it always. It's lucky and wonderful that your daughter is able to help by taking over the financial duties.

Remember that dementia doesn't have to be a death sentence, there are many things that can slow it down. Maintaining your health and positive outlook can make a big difference in the outcome. In my own family a few of my siblings have been diagnosed with FTD (dementia) because of genetic inheritance through our mother. In the last 20 years or so we've learned a few things: Try to enjoy your time together with hubby, and with family and friends. Best of luck to you both!

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I have been diagnosed with dementia and am taking Memantine (sp?) [View all] CTyankee Mar 27 OP

It sounds like a great place. And I'm glad you have medication for the dementia. That's a tough diagnosis. Scrivener7 Mar 27 #1

Good luck snowybirdie Mar 27 #2

I would urge every senior to get some plan together for the possibility of this happening. CTyankee Mar 27 #3

You're not VERY close to me, but within a couple of hours. Your place sounds great. Adding it to the list of possibles Scrivener7 Mar 28 #46

Is this med for fronto temporal slightlv Mar 27 #13

Mine takes snowybirdie Mar 27 #17

Not sure. What's the difference? CTyankee Mar 27 #22

You can do a quick search on it. The spelling in the OP is correct. soldierant Mar 28 #40

I'm sorry to hear about the diagnosis. area51 Mar 27 #4

Take care, CTyankee gademocrat7 Mar 27 #5

I am sorry to hear about this, and I am glad that you have found a place to aid you with it all. (n/t) OldBaldy1701E Mar 27 #6

It sounds as if you and your husband made really good decisions. I hate to hear your LoisB Mar 27 #7

All the best to you. The place sounds good for you both esp with the help of your daughter. TC appalachiablue Mar 27 #8

Comforting to know you have things in place BaronChocula Mar 27 #9

Stay active CT! PuraVidaDreamin Mar 27 #10

That is a tough diagnosis, but you had fortunately planned brer cat Mar 27 #11

I will keep you in my thoughts CYT edhopper Mar 27 #12

Oh, Ed, it's so nice to hear from you! We are oldtimers here! CTyankee Mar 28 #50

Yes edhopper Mar 28 #54

I was diagnoised with FTD (a dementia) over 10 years ago Omaha Steve Mar 27 #14

Do you have physical therapy or do you do an exercise routine regularly? CTyankee Tuesday #56

I don't have a routine Omaha Steve Tuesday #57

Best wishes. Sounds like you made a wise decision. AZ8theist Mar 27 #15

""" AllaN01Bear Mar 27 #16

I am happy to hear you are in a safe place. Best of luck to you both. Joinfortmill Mar 27 #18

wow--sounds like a whirlwind the past four months (probably longer than that -- moving is a big deal) orleans Mar 27 #19

One of the first things we did! Hubby was insistent on that! CTyankee Mar 27 #24

LOL! PERFECT!! (and good for him!) orleans Mar 27 #27

Good luck to you. Dyedinthewoolliberal Mar 27 #20

I hope so, too! CTyankee Mar 27 #26

All the best CT mountain grammy Mar 27 #21

Hugs to you both, CTyankee, debm55 Mar 27 #23

.... Clouds Passing Mar 27 #25

I sure didn't want to read this post, but I wish you all the very best. hamsterjill Mar 27 #28

One thing I want to do is let folks hear know about my new book: The Gladdened Heart: the ART of Music CTyankee Mar 28 #41

Sorry to hear that, CTyankee wendyb-NC Mar 27 #29

Glad you are being well taken care of. So sorry for the diagnosis. applegrove Mar 27 #30

Best of luck Faux pas Mar 27 #31

I'm sorry to hear that. Solly Mack Mar 27 #32

You've described your circumstances some_of_us_are_sane Mar 27 #33

Caring for a wife with dementia myself. Aussie105 Mar 27 #34

I am so glad you were able to make those decisions - TBF Mar 27 #35

Your planning was such a wise decision, and it sounds as if you have... 3catwoman3 Mar 27 #36

I am so happy to hear that you feel that way and that you found a really good place. 1WorldHope Mar 27 #37

Oh dear! At least you're both in a good place electric_blue68 Mar 27 #38

Your wisdom and practicality in dealing with these challenges is an example to me summer_in_TX Mar 27 #39

Fight sis fight malaise Mar 28 #42

You and your husband are inspiring. Bumbles Mar 28 #43

glad you are doing well, safe, and with everything in place. peacebuzzard Mar 28 #44

I'm so sorry to hear about your diagnosis, CTyankee, but it sounds like you're on a good med (I googled highplainsdem Mar 28 #45

Best wishes, although I will say your writing shows no sign of dementia, certainly nowhere near the orange pedophile's. NNadir Mar 28 #47

thank you for sharing with us Phentex Mar 28 #48

It sounds like you are in very good hands FakeNoose Mar 28 #49

I'm sorry to hear of your diagnosis & troubles, but glad you have a good network of support. CrispyQ Mar 28 #51

Sorry about the diagnosis, but you could go many years and still be okay, as has been mentioned, so Doodley Mar 28 #52

My in-laws made the same move after living in their dream home underpants Mar 28 #53

Sorry to hear this CTY, Bayard Mar 28 #55