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Thursday Thirteen - 13 Random Thoughts About Alzheimer’s

by Mary Emma Allen on February 28th, 2008

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THURSDAY THIRTEEN has become a popular way to post around the blogosphere.  Sometimes we have a particular theme; other times simply random thoughts  provide information and encouragement. 

Here are 13 of my random thoughts I share with you today.  I hope some may give you encouragement in your caregiving day. 

1.   Why did Mother and Auntie get Alzheimer’s?  However, it’s good this occurred when I was at a time in my life that I could care for them.  (Before I broke my back.)
2. These ladies would want me to help others with what I learned from this caregiving experience.
3. That’s why I write and speak about Alzheimer’s and caregiving…to carry on Mother and Auntie’s “caring-for-others” legacy.
4. When will researchers find a definite answer to the question, “What causes Alzheimer’s?”
5. When will they find a cure for Alzheimer’s?
6. Ask ourselves, “How can we help?”
7. Help children learn they don’t have to fear grandparents with Alzheimer’s, but can  enjoy experiences with them, as my grandchildren did with my mom.
8. Learn patience midst the frustrations of caregiving.
9. Discover it’s okay to place an Alzheimer’s family member in a nursing home when you can’t provide the care any longer.
10. Journal about Alzheimer’s.  It often relieves the stress.
11. As a caregiver, find time for yourself.
12. Find a caregiver group to share with, or at least a friend who is going through the experience, too.  Sharing with my neighbor, who cared for her great aunt, enabled me to feel I wasn’t alone.
13. What are some of your random thoughts?

(c)2008 Mary Emma Allen

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