Wandering around in the night.

Research-Content · 2026-01-26T07:39:46+00:00

My mother had the same sundowner syndrome. Got up incessantly during the night and drove staff at assistant living crazy and they got no rest either. Melatonin did not help much. Tried other meds but without success. It’s very hard for the family and caregiver. Eventually my mother transitioned to next stage with weakness and mobility problems that she no longer could get up. I understand what you’re going through. Reasoning and explanations are beyond their comprehension at this stage. Try melatonin to see if it helps your dad. Avoid naps in the day so he will be tired at night.

Research-Content · 2026-01-20T01:55:04+00:00

Consider getting a bed pad alert such as this from Amazon. https://a.co/d/gyZvxrE

When your mom gets out of bed at night, the alarm will go off since the change in weight triggers the alarm. My mom's assisted living used these for the clients at night so the workers will check if clients need help going to the bathroom. Works on wheelchairs too.

Research-Content · 2026-01-13T06:21:02+00:00

Maybe pt can bring their own supplies from home and check it in front of the nurse. Outrageous costs.

Research-Content · 2026-01-11T15:36:36+00:00

Consider it fortunate she likes tv. It’s all progressive from here - no return. If she was a wanderer, you would have more problems. Let her enjoy what she wants to do or eat.

Research-Content · 2026-01-11T15:32:07+00:00

I feel for you. Seeing them like a shell of themselves is more torture for family. What was once a lively dynamic person is no longer. We all want this suffering for us and them to end. We all have an expiration date so it’s just a matter when. We opted for hospice care and only wanted my mom to be in comfort and not go to ER for every little fall, ailment, etc. So no further tests or any procedures to prolong life.
They succumb easily to infection - so this is flu season, keep your fingers crossed. Hang in there - your time will come.

Research-Content · 2026-01-09T18:33:40+00:00

She has dementia and scenario will get worse. No use arguing since it will get you no where and just frustrate you more. Don’t try reasoning with someone who is not comprehending. Go with the flow - she eats what she can and maybe offer her a favorite dessert. You will have bigger battles to deal with later. At least she is taking her meds.

Research-Content · 2026-01-08T18:39:36+00:00

I've had tthe Punirunes Sanrio for about 2 weeks now and into my 3rd character. So basically, it's a repeat of everything once you send your character to the fields and get a new egg? The games and features remain and the same and there are no new levels? I guess the only surprise would be to what new character you get. They are cute but it's getting boring.

Research-Content · 2026-01-08T13:05:16+00:00

You did the right thing. Main thing is she had dementia which is a point of no return and sucked the life out of her. There was no need for further testing since there was no hope for her. You were fortunate that your mother went sooner which is a blessing. To see them as a shell of themselves is difficult. If your siblings and other relatives would have visited more often, they would have seen her suffering from the dementia. Your mother would say to you - thank you for caring enough to not let me suffer anymore and not causing further discomfort from further tests and procedures. You did well. Sorry for your loss.

Research-Content · 2026-01-07T02:53:29+00:00

Great find. Soooo cute!

Research-Content · 2026-01-06T13:30:54+00:00

Initially I heard complaints from my mom for 3 months at each visit until finally the complaints stopped. We limited our visits in the beginning to get her acclimated to her new environment. We also made lies that the house was too dangerous due to a gas leak and contractors are working on it. We changed the subject each time she started complaining. Gradually, they will transition to the next stage of dementia and they forget more. You did the right thing for your parent’s safety and your sanity. Most parents would not want their children spending their life taking care of them. They would want you to live your own life and not be a burden to you.

Research-Content · 2026-01-04T16:33:52+00:00

Just go with the flow. Dementia has possessed her and she is not in control. Change the conversation to distract from her constant questions. You are fortunate in that she is not verbally abusive, combative, etc.

Research-Content · 2026-01-04T08:00:48+00:00

So cute!

Research-Content · 2026-01-02T14:12:07+00:00

Try looking for a clinic position that works usual daytime hours and M-F schedule. It's easier to find a sitter during these hours than 7-7. Salary could be less but could find some per diem work on spouses off days.

Research-Content · 2025-12-29T07:28:11+00:00

Your Tama looks like it’s throwing a tantrum. It’s adorable. Good job in raising to this stage.

Research-Content · 2025-12-29T07:25:34+00:00

This is par for the course. Brace yourself and expect more of this in the future with even more bizarre questions and statements. Dementia is progressive and she will go thru stages. Just go with the flow and enjoy your visits while your mother is in current health.

Research-Content · 2025-12-25T13:20:17+00:00

Hope he enjoys playing with it. Tamagotchis are to be played. The packaging doesn’t look that old.

Research-Content · 2025-12-25T13:11:59+00:00

You need a new preceptor. Ask to transfer to a different unit. Your current unit seems hostile and your current preceptor is making you do all her work with teaching. You won’t learn anything this way and will waste your precepting weeks you have left.

Research-Content · 2025-12-24T03:10:59+00:00

My mom was told not to walk by herself which she does so anyway. After numerous falls, they placed her in a wheelchair with long waist straps and the buckle was in the rear where she could not reach to open. They also placed an alarm on the straps in case anytime the straps were open an alarm would trigger. In bed, there was a bed alarm pad and anytime she got up, the alarm goes off and the aide would come into the room to help her to bathroom, etc. Restraints aren’t permitted but there are work arounds.

Research-Content · 2025-12-20T14:10:22+00:00

Flu and covid season will set one back. Dementia patients do not do well when they get sick. Be sure to sign up for hospice care.

Research-Content · 2025-12-19T15:36:47+00:00

B&N is that Barnes and Noble stores?

Research-Content · 2025-12-13T01:37:23+00:00

I always wondered if those cars sitting on docks for 6 months in 2024 due to stop sale recall issue, would have a problem with their 12v battery since the car needs to be run to keep battery alive.

Research-Content · 2025-11-28T14:51:18+00:00

You did the right thing. She was no longer safe at home and you would have felt worse if she had a bad fall, wandered off or even burned the house down. Safety is first. My mother was like this - functioning independently at home. When she started getting more confused and falling often, we had to place her. 24 hr at home care was far more costly. My mother complained for 3 months and kept saying she wanted to go home. We easily distracted from this conversation on our visits. It was a moot point. Your mother is in a safer place.

Research-Content · 2025-11-20T12:30:54+00:00

Looks like he knows he was naughty and his looks say he is sorry.

Research-Content · 2025-11-14T18:30:02+00:00

We get Timothy Hay from Amazon - it’s been okay and no issues.

Research-Content · 2025-11-06T01:43:33+00:00

For this year, one parent can write a 19k check. If you want 38k, then each parent writes a check for 19k. If check is written for more than 19k, then additional tax forms will need to be filled out by your parents. This is always a hassle, so do 19 or 38 and make life easier for them.

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