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[Neil46]

Hi, I have joined this forum as my wife, aged 73, has recently started showing signs of dementia. Currently we are awaiting formal diagnosis. Her main symptom is that she is forgetting major things like where he lives and who I am. Her children live some distance away so I have no help in caring for her. I am hoping that, over time, communicating with other people who are experiencing the same thing will help us.

 

[Grannie G]

Welcome @Neil46

Having a diagnosis presents a steep learning curve and I`m sorry you or anyone has to experience this but glad you will have the support of this forum from the beginning.

Help will be available although you may need to fight for it and be prepared to wait.

One step at a time will be best

Until your wife`s diagnosis comes through there are sections on the site which might give you some useful information.

Dementia diagnosis

Find out how to get a dementia diagnosis and why it can help you access the right support. Diagnosis stages are different for everyone and we can offer advice and a symptoms checklist to help you speak to your doctor.

www.alzheimers.org.uk

After receiving a dementia diagnosis

There’s a lot to think about if you find out you have dementia. Our advice explains what happens immediately after you're told, and how to access support.

www.alzheimers.org.uk

Carers: looking after yourself

Supporting a person with dementia can be positive and rewarding, but it can also be challenging. Looking after yourself is important for both you and the person you are supporting.

www.alzheimers.org.uk