ALZHEIMER'S BLOG:

So you found out your parent is forgetting things. And each time you see them it gets worse. What do you do? Is it Dementia or Alzheimer's? Can they still live alone? Will they be safe? Do they have any other medical problems that also need to be taken care of?

These are some of the questions that go through your head when your loved one is forgetful. Your loved one may live in their own home or apartment. Or they may have already moved into a living area for seniors only where they can get the help of a nurse if need.

Do you move them to something they are not familiar with? Will they get more confused? Do you move in with them? Do you put them into a nursing home? Do you move them into your home?

So many decisions to make and so much research that needs to be done. We chose to move in with my father in law. It is a personal decision. I wanted to try and let him have a normal life until the end. I thought he deserved that. It was not an easy task, picking up and moving. For me it was the right choice. But for you it may be different. Please check out the different Alzheimer's Sites before you make your decision. I want to tell you that either way you choose you will feel guilt. Maybe you feel guilty because you put them in a nursing home. But you were not able to take care of them at your home and it was for the best. Maybe you feel guilty while living with them because they can get on your nerves. Remember you are only human. There is no right or wrong answer. And please remember YOU ARE NOT ALONE.

Read my book and see my adventure with Alzheimer's. I hope it will help you.

Sincerely,
Marie Fostino
Alzheimer's A Caretakers Journal
Seaboard Press An Imprint Of James A Rock Pub., Co.
www.mariefostino.com