Guest guest Posted August 6, 2008 Report Share Posted August 6, 2008 Hi , My mom got pd several years ago and my father passed away on New Years day of 05.He was always my superman.The rock of the family.Well last year mom began with all the classic symptoms and after testing and so on they dx her with lbd.Through this amazing group I was able to lead the then clueless doctors into the right meds and at least slow all of this down,Not to mention the amazing friendships Ive made and support Ive gotten here.Mom is 67 and is like maybe a 6 year old on her good days.Im her primary caregiver but my sis helps me alot.The rest of my family pretty much shy away, although some do what they can in other ways.This group of people here have changed and maybe saved my life.Were all in it together now, Heartfelt hugs to you and your family. Ron Ron Ron, What is your story with LBD? You appear to be young to deal with this disease? My sister and I are having a difficult time dealing with our Daddy having LBD!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!! !!! He has always taken care of us! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 2, 2008 Report Share Posted September 2, 2008 ,. Loved your note to Ron. As is said, " Suicide is a permanent solution to a temporary problem. " And it really shall " pass. " And then sometimes it even gets better. Stress is the key word, and especially as a cger. Ron, I met you..!! You are a kind dear person. Don't you dare get run down. I have pictures of you with smiles. Keep our hugs close to your heart. Hugs, Donna R Caregave for Mom (after I brought her from WI to MI) for 3 years and 4th year in a nh. She was almost 89 when she died in '02. No dx other than mine. RE: Ron Believe it or not Ron, but I was almost in the same boat 2 years ago,when suicide seemed to be a quick way out. Then the thought struck me " What would happen to mom and dad " ??? I too have some siblings that act like jackasses and they are the main reason for my stress in this caregiving thing as they are SO greedy and full of hate towards me for caring for our parents,yet they want NO part of it and they hate me as they see " their inheritence " flying out the window. (Two of them have threatened to kill me) Well it never was their money to begin with--it was and is my parent's money. Anyway, after almost having a nervous breakdown,I started talking to a lot of people that knew about such things as caregiver stress and how to deal with it and that really helped a lot. One saying that seemed so stupid at the time but proved to be right on is " This too shall pass " and believe me it will. Then too,just remember that you are NOT the only person ever to have goe through a horribile situation,nor will you be the last. Then last but not least,I started praying for my brothers, almost impossibile at the time,but it definetely did help get rid of a lot of hate and angst, I also know that when you are feeling lower than a whale's belly, advice does'nt seem to apply to your problems,but please listen to people that have been there...it works. Take CARE of yourself... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 2, 2008 Report Share Posted September 2, 2008 ,. Loved your note to Ron. As is said, " Suicide is a permanent solution to a temporary problem. " And it really shall " pass. " And then sometimes it even gets better. Stress is the key word, and especially as a cger. Ron, I met you..!! You are a kind dear person. Don't you dare get run down. I have pictures of you with smiles. Keep our hugs close to your heart. Hugs, Donna R Caregave for Mom (after I brought her from WI to MI) for 3 years and 4th year in a nh. She was almost 89 when she died in '02. No dx other than mine. RE: Ron Believe it or not Ron, but I was almost in the same boat 2 years ago,when suicide seemed to be a quick way out. Then the thought struck me " What would happen to mom and dad " ??? I too have some siblings that act like jackasses and they are the main reason for my stress in this caregiving thing as they are SO greedy and full of hate towards me for caring for our parents,yet they want NO part of it and they hate me as they see " their inheritence " flying out the window. (Two of them have threatened to kill me) Well it never was their money to begin with--it was and is my parent's money. Anyway, after almost having a nervous breakdown,I started talking to a lot of people that knew about such things as caregiver stress and how to deal with it and that really helped a lot. One saying that seemed so stupid at the time but proved to be right on is " This too shall pass " and believe me it will. Then too,just remember that you are NOT the only person ever to have goe through a horribile situation,nor will you be the last. Then last but not least,I started praying for my brothers, almost impossibile at the time,but it definetely did help get rid of a lot of hate and angst, I also know that when you are feeling lower than a whale's belly, advice does'nt seem to apply to your problems,but please listen to people that have been there...it works. Take CARE of yourself... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 2, 2008 Report Share Posted September 2, 2008 Sorry Gladys, Official Motto: If not me,, who? Hope things get better! Hugs and an exta one! Donna R Caregave for Mom (after I brought her from WI to MI) for 3 years and 4th year in a nh. She was almost 89 when she died in '02. No dx other than mine. RE: Ron Believe it or not Ron, but I was almost in the same boat 2 years ago,when suicide seemed to be a quick way out. Then the thought struck me " What would happen to mom and dad " ??? I too have some siblings that act like jackasses and they are the main reason for my stress in this caregiving thing as they are SO greedy and full of hate towards me for caring for our parents,yet they want NO part of it and they hate me as they see " their inheritence " flying out the window. (Two of them have threatened to kill me) Well it never was their money to begin with--it was and is my parent's money. Anyway, after almost having a nervous breakdown,I started talking to a lot of people that knew about such things as caregiver stress and how to deal with it and that really helped a lot. One saying that seemed so stupid at the time but proved to be right on is " This too shall pass " and believe me it will. Then too,just remember that you are NOT the only person ever to have goe through a horribile situation,nor will you be the last. Then last but not least,I started praying for my brothers, almost impossibile at the time,but it definetely did help get rid of a lot of hate and angst, I also know that when you are feeling lower than a whale's belly, advice does'nt seem to apply to your problems,but please listen to people that have been there...it works. Take CARE of yourself... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 4, 2008 Report Share Posted October 4, 2008 Hi Ron I was in shock when I began reading all the posts about . She is sick! She needs help. But that is not your responsibility. I so agree with Sandie. What the Hell! Please stir clear. Be safe and get well quickly. I had added you to my prayer requests when you were sick, but now I have stepped it up with this whole thing. You have no control over what she may or may not do. It is definitely not your fault. This is where you belong. And I am relieved they got rid of her hopefully for good. Take Care Ron Dena Mother (85) Existed with LBD for 5 years. Passed away 7-31-08 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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