"Dementia is Not Contagious" - And Other Lessons For Family Members

Lastly, though I look normal, living is a bigger struggle for me now. The short term memory loss is most devastating. Following written and oral directions is hard. Remembering names is difficult, too. Don't get upset if I forget your name, just tell it to me once again. Remembering recent things takes real concentration on my part. If I have a lot on my mind or a lot going on around me, I may have a more difficult time remembering...be patient. If I've forgotten to get something, just go behind me and do it...but don't make me feel guilty for not doing it. (My husband has become quite good at doing whatever I have forgotten to do, and when I remember upon seeing him do it, he just says not to worry about it.)

Thanks for listening....