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Creating Contentment for A Person With Alzheimer's

by  Kristi Marie Gott
Sunday, March 09, 2008
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For 30 years Kristi Marie Gott has worked in the...

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I'll always remember sharing pumpernickle bread with honey on it with an 86 year old lady who had midstage Alzheimer's.  She was originally from Denmark.  Alzheimer's had not caused her words to be garbled, but part of the time she spoke in Danish.&nb...

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    Sue
    Sunday, March 09, 2008 at 10:08 PM

    Dear Kristi -

     

    It was great to hear from you again.  Thanks so much for sharing this heart warming storywith all of us.  It sounds like you nutured a wonderful relationship with your Danish friend!  I could tell from your words how special this experience was for you.

     

    If anyone else wants to share a story about a special relationship like Kristi, please post here.  These are simply inspiring stories for us all.

     

    Thanks again - all the best, sue


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    Kristi Marie Gott
    Sunday, March 09, 2008 at 11:19 PM

    Dear Sue,

    Thank you for responding to my story.  The time we shared was a beautiful experience, and I know we both enjoyed it.  The familiar things from her past seemed to be a good way to bring her pleasure.

     

    Kristi


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