My Dad was diagnosed with Dementia with Lewy Bodies just over a year ago. My Mum passed away after a short illness in March just after Dad had moved into a nursing home due to worsening dementia and other health issues. We kept Dad informed about Mum's death and he managed the funeral. But in recent weeks, he repeatedly asks how Mum is and more upsettingly why she never visits him. He really gets very low about this as he really cannot understand why, saying it is very hurtful and 'does she not care anymore?'. It is really heartbreaking. It would have been their 60th wedding anniversary in August and they were so close. My brother has said a couple of times 'sorry Dad, she died, remember?' and says that he suddenly remembers. But lately he says not that Mum, Mum no.2. So not sure if he recognizes his Mum is dead but not ours.... I try & reassure him she always cared and attempt to change the subject, but this is getting harder.
Anyone experiencing this and have any advice?
Many thanks
Anyone experiencing this and have any advice?
Many thanks