Hi - My husband of 39 years has Alzheimer's Disease and is a resident in a memory unit

[hummingbird815]

Hi - My husband of 39 years has Alzheimer's Disease and has been a resident in a memory unit for 18 months. He has been clinically depressed for years and is a recovering alcoholic. When I visit, he cries and holds on so tight. I hate to see him live out his life like this. Emotionally, I am on a roller coaster between sadness of my own, empathy for him, and being overwhelmed at times because I know this can go on for a very, very long time. I am so grateful I have family

 

[Kevinl]

Good for you and a big pat on the back from me, that and hello and welcome. K

 

[hummingbird815]

Good for you and a big pat on the back from me, that and hello and welcome. K

Thank you

 

[Kevinl]

More than welcome. K

 

[SeaSwallow]

Hello @hummingbird815 and welcome to the forum. I am sorry to read about your husband, this must be so difficult for you to accept especially when he gets so upset. It is good that you have a family to support you. I hope that you find the forum a supportive place where you can talk about any issues that you have or even just to have a rant when needed.