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Parental Journal 104 from Planet Elderly: Breakfast? What Breakfast?
Monday, November 25, 2019 – mid-morning I am fortunate that things continue to be stable now that Mom has been a resident in the Woods Central neighborhood of Lenoir Woods for a little over one year. “Stable” means that she … Continue reading
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Tagged aging, Alzheimer's, dementia, elder care, elderly parents, Lenoir Woods, long-term care, memory loss, New Mexico, road trip
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Parental Journal 74 from Planet Elderly – Happy 90th Birthday, Mom! No More Driving
Saturday, August 13, 2016 – afternoon Tomorrow I drive back to Grayslake, Illinois to spend some time with Mom and visit Dad. Mom turns 90 on August 16. Rather than feeling dread, I feel resolute. I’ve done a lot … Continue reading
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Tagged 90th birthday, assisted living, caregiver stress, confusion, dementia, elder care, elderly driving, elderly parents, Graylake Police Department, Grayslake, Lenoir Woods, neuropsych testing, neuropsychologist, No more driving, short-term memory loss
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Parental Journal 73 – Trying to Recharge in Missouri
Thursday, July 21, 2016 – noonish I’ve been back in Missouri five days and I still feel unsettled…on edge most of the time. There’s this constant nagging question, “What are we going to do?” There’s no simple answer; just have … Continue reading
Parental Journal 62 from Planet Elderly – Another “Dad Wants a Divorce” Delusional Episode
Monday, May 16, 2016 9:30 a.m. Although it’s good to be back in Missouri, it’s also unsettling. It’s difficult to adjust after a month at Mom’s and shadowing her schedule. Arrived back on Saturday, called Mom to let her know … Continue reading
Parental Journal 55 from Planet Elderly – One Royally Pissed Off Elderly Car Passenger
Friday, April 29, 2016 – 1:30 a.m. Yesterday was a long day and I ended up going to sleep around 7:30, exhausted. Now I’m up, rested and enjoying some coffee. Will nap later. But the mission was accomplished. Mom had … Continue reading
Parental Journal 48 from Planet Elderly – Itches and Options Start This Visit
Wed. April 13, 2016 – afternoon I’ve been here since late Saturday afternoon and the most exciting thing that’s happened is me having to go to an “urgent care” facility to been seen for a rash that would not go … Continue reading
Parental Journal 37 from Planet Elderly: Tears and Confusion From Across the Miles
Friday, January 8, 2016 12:30 p.m. I’ve been recharging the mental battery here in Missouri for about a week. The phone conversations I’ve had with Mom have included tears and continued confusion. Mom received mail about health expense refund program. … Continue reading
Parental Journal 33 From Planet Elderly – Christmas Visit 2015 Part One
December 21, 2015 – evening Damn! I left the bourbon eggnog at home and forgot to take it with me when I left yesterday. The drive went smoothly, but the initial visit with Mom was a bit unsettling. Fortunately, she … Continue reading
Parental Journal 21 from Planet Elderly: “Let Me Call You Sweetheart”
Thurs. Aug. 27, 2015 5 p.m. Ending visit number four…with a few bruises, but also with some clarity. Mom’s mood swings have been up and down a lot. It’s fear and confusion, and it’s difficult to watch. The two or … Continue reading
Parental Journal 14 from Planet Elderly: “I Love You But This Is Tearing Us Apart”
Wednesday, June 24, 2015 early afternoon I remember being quite anxious about making this trip up to see my folks. Wanted to be with Dad for Father’s Day and his 93rd birthday on July 1, but not wanting to deal … Continue reading
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Tagged aging, Alzheimer's, Boost, dementia, elder care, elderly, Franciscan Sisters, guilt, Jewel, long-term care, mood swings, Waukegan
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