2 More Lessons in the Day of Being a Dementia Caregiver

This morning I woke up earlier than usual and I was feeling cranky as soon as I opened my eyes. I like to spend a few seconds stretching and thinking of one thing I am grateful for before hopping out of bed. I was having none of that this morning. I LOVE early mornings–4:30 to 6:15 am is my quiet time. It is when I recharge my battery by sitting with my kitty, sipping on coffee, reading, writing or meditating. But this morning was different…it was interrupted by my husband, Dave waking up... 

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Living with Dementia is made Easier with Systems

Order, systems, routines–they are my saving grace as a caregiver for my husband, Dave who has Frontotemporal dementia (dx 3 1/2 years ago). I used to chuckle at Dave’s set routines–news at 7:40 & 8:00 am, cutting the lawn on Mondays, gym on Tuesdays & Thursdays, and now he has 2 types of jam for his toast that he alternates days. He may not remember to let the dogs out to pee but he doesn’t forget which jam he ate yesterday. Last year I hit a major turning point in... 

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