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My brother has MS too and we have had a few scares with him. Like your Mum he cannot do anything but currently he is peaceful and quite relaxed. I hope the same for your Mum.

I am so sorry to read this Pied. I agree you have made the right decision and I am sure the nurse would will let you know if you are needed. Its important that you rest as much as you can.

I...

Hello and welcome from me too.

I am glad you have found TP and hope you find information and support here as you need it. You are very special taking your Mum to live with you but totally...

I agree that you should contact Social Services. Has your Mum ever had an Assessment by them; each sufferer and their carer has a right to one - this factsheet explains.

If you used a Care...

If you have not already seen it this is the CHC Checklist in PDF form. Also there is a link to the National Framework which is complicated but well worth reading especially if you get into the...

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I am sorry to hear about your wife and hope that soon the medics have some results for the reason for her collapse. It is obviously hard for you watching and waiting and here on TP you...

My deepest condolences to you and your family. My thoughts are with you at this sad time.

I am sorry to hear this but it does seem to be a common problem with dementia sufferers as they become less able to keep themselves occupied.

Have you and Aunt had assessments done by Social...

It was a few years ago now but I was very much on my own and guess I would have been whether self funded or not, mainly because I was seen as 'coping'.

I was only helped when there was a...

I am sorry to hear this, Reds, and hope that somewhere you can find more support.

It is a good idea to speak to your own GP and also maybe your husband's Mental Health Consultant who may be able...

I am so sorry to read your news. Your love for Sharon shone out and I know how hard this is for you. Yes she is at peace and for that you are grateful but I still understand the sadness of your...

You say that neither you or your Dad have POA for your Mam. That is ok whilst your Dad is able to manage their affairs.

However I think it would be good if your Dad made you POA for him...

Hello Lee and welcome to Talking Point.

I am sorry to hear of your problems and glad you have the Dementia Team involved. I guess they will follow the tests you are having and hopefully...

I am really pleased to read your post, Soobee. You were actively contributing to an event supporting Dementia Awareness Week and its good to hear such a positive report about it. Well done. ...

Hello Jeffrey and welcome to Talking Point.
I am sorry to hear about your Mum and how this disease is affecting you all. At present I am not sure what to say but I am sure there will be loads of...

A lovely post!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY to your Dad - he does sound to be a special man :).

Hello and a big welcome from Talking Point (TP).

I am really sorry to hear about your Mum. I suggest you keep a diary/log of events which are unusual. If they are simple one liners you can...

Somehow strength is given so whilst my thoughts will be with you tomorrow I l also hope you can turn to family and friends throughout the following days which I found much harder.

Take care of...

When in late stages at his NH I was asked about the flu vaccine and I agreed BUT when it came to the injection my husband refused.

It made no difference as the flu virus did not reach him...

I suspect the GP has recommended this as there is always a chance of aspiration pneumonia, which is often caused by poor/incompetent swallowing mechanism.

It seems to me the ability to swallow has...

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I am sorry you have to go through all this. I had to appeal some years ago now but had tremendous help from this group. I think it is well worth you getting in touch with them....

Hello - I have just been catching up with your Thread and I am so sorry to hear about your Mum's deterioration.

You probably know this already but it may help to read this about Assessments, which...

Not sure about Risperidol but my husband was on quetiapine purely for aggression and anxiety. I never expected a return to his earlier state but glad to have him calmed and sleeping a little more...

I think I would try smoothing Vaseline into his lip - if nothing else it may protect it a little.
It is probably worth speaking to his GP to see if they have any advice - not too confident about it...

It is so very sad but hope it helps you to share your thoughts with folk who understand exactly what you are feeling.