hello all,
thanks once again for introducing me to TP with such warmth and kindness this week.
to recap, we found out last week my dear stepdad, who is not yet 58, has alzheimers. he is perfectly able at the moment, just confused and forgetful occasionally and his confidence has taken a big battering.
i mentioned my worry that he would be outraged at the thought of going to a support group, which many of you suggested is the best first move. mum confirmed what i thought today and said she definitely isn't ready to suggest it to him as he simply doesn't see himself as bad enough to require that.
BUT, mum said maybe it might be an idea for me and her to go along to one of these groups together at first, just to suss things out before we throw him in at the deep end and risk upsetting him. maybe that would be our first step to find out a way forward, how we can help/support him/each other etc?
what do you all think? i have tracked down a lovely little support charity called Peaceful Place near mum which offers care and support and social activities to younger people with dementia which sounds just perfect so we know there are great groups out there.
Kelly
xx
thanks once again for introducing me to TP with such warmth and kindness this week.
to recap, we found out last week my dear stepdad, who is not yet 58, has alzheimers. he is perfectly able at the moment, just confused and forgetful occasionally and his confidence has taken a big battering.
i mentioned my worry that he would be outraged at the thought of going to a support group, which many of you suggested is the best first move. mum confirmed what i thought today and said she definitely isn't ready to suggest it to him as he simply doesn't see himself as bad enough to require that.
BUT, mum said maybe it might be an idea for me and her to go along to one of these groups together at first, just to suss things out before we throw him in at the deep end and risk upsetting him. maybe that would be our first step to find out a way forward, how we can help/support him/each other etc?
what do you all think? i have tracked down a lovely little support charity called Peaceful Place near mum which offers care and support and social activities to younger people with dementia which sounds just perfect so we know there are great groups out there.
Kelly
xx