Hi
I'm guessing this is probably common but just wanted to ask. My Dad was referred to the Memory Clinic, had the tests then we went for the diagnosis last week. However, they want to re-test in another six weeks as they think he may still be suffering the after effects of an infection (combined with delirium) he had in April. They also stressed not to change his circumstances so that he can settle and recover. Well he's just started a trial period in an assisted living place close to us. He likes it and wants to stay on a longer term basis but has wandered at night and called us at 2.00 am, 4.00 am etc. so we're hoping that improves, if he he'll be back with us and we were struggling to cope.
Does it often take months to get a dignosis? I guess ultimately it doesn't make much difference? If he can't stay in the assisted place we will have to look at homes, which is a pity as his current one is small and friendly. Thanks in advance.
I'm guessing this is probably common but just wanted to ask. My Dad was referred to the Memory Clinic, had the tests then we went for the diagnosis last week. However, they want to re-test in another six weeks as they think he may still be suffering the after effects of an infection (combined with delirium) he had in April. They also stressed not to change his circumstances so that he can settle and recover. Well he's just started a trial period in an assisted living place close to us. He likes it and wants to stay on a longer term basis but has wandered at night and called us at 2.00 am, 4.00 am etc. so we're hoping that improves, if he he'll be back with us and we were struggling to cope.
Does it often take months to get a dignosis? I guess ultimately it doesn't make much difference? If he can't stay in the assisted place we will have to look at homes, which is a pity as his current one is small and friendly. Thanks in advance.