“Dementia is an overall term for a set of symptoms that are caused by disorders affecting the brain. Symptoms may include memory loss and difficulties with thinking, problem-solving or language, severe enough to reduce a person's ability to perform everyday activities. A person with dementia may also experience changes in mood or behaviour.”
If, like me, you are confused whether or not there is a difference between Alzheimer’s Disease and dementia, I found this video quite informative:
For the past 3-4 years, our mom’s mental health has been declining. In the last year we have had to move her from her retirement residence (where she has lived for the past 9 years) to a long-term care facility with round the clock care. It has not been easy.
Dementia does not discriminate. It is a debilitating condition that is unkind and unforgiving.
With all that has been going on in the world, we have not been able to see her for a number of weeks although we have had a couple of phone calls with her. Thankfully she is happy, in her own little world and well cared for.
Stay strong Di! Hugs
ReplyDeleteYour mom is adorable as always. My mom had a little dementia at the end of her life. She was mostly confused. Glad you got your mom somewhere that she's safe and happy!
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