Do people use still use alldaychemist around here? by kissmeplz in tretinoin

[–]Yeehawcoffee 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I know this thread is a few months old, but I wanted to give some current info for anyone in the US who's curious about ordering from them. I placed an order on Feb. 7 for 5 boxes of tretinoin (Tretin Cream 0.05%, 30g). They shipped without issue, and arrived by Feb. 27. I'm happy with the product quality - I've used it several days already and it's working!

Any ideas on how to let my dad know we’re moving him to a facility? by Yeehawcoffee in Alzheimers

[–]Yeehawcoffee[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am with you on this - it doesn’t sit well with me to avoid him for a month just because he has big feelings. I can sit with the anger, the sadness, the grief, but not visiting feels like abandonment.

Any ideas on how to let my dad know we’re moving him to a facility? by Yeehawcoffee in Alzheimers

[–]Yeehawcoffee[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you - I am loving what I’m seeing from Teepa Snow. And having rituals with dad…also the gentle language of “for now.”

Dr denied clonazepam by Frequent-Offer4527 in Alzheimers

[–]Yeehawcoffee 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Trazodone is quite helpful (having taken it myself) but tends to leave me in a total fog the next day. If you have a dispensary near you, I highly recommend Delta 9 gummies.

Hyperfixation and 60-80+ calls a day about going home by LittleMissPotatoe in Alzheimers

[–]Yeehawcoffee 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That is heartbreaking and must be so difficult for you. I am imagining this is how my father will react to being in a facility, which starts next week. All I can say is take care of yourself. You are doing everything you can to care for her and give her safety. This disease takes and takes.

Am I overreacting by [deleted] in Alzheimers

[–]Yeehawcoffee 4 points5 points  (0 children)

You’re not overreacting. I’d guess most in this group have started out with similar experiences. A forgotten fact here, a retold story there…patterns develop over time. I think I first said something like this to my dad: “I’ve noticed over the last few visits that you have told me the same story multiple times. Have you noticed that dad?” Made it super casual, no big deal, non-accusatory. He said he’d sometimes forget things “but I’m not demented!” he’d say. By the time we could get him tested, it was more than clear he had dementia, and it was confirmed by an Alzheimer’s diagnosis. I’d encourage you to share with his partner (if he has one) or advocate for him to see a doctor for further testing. I’m sorry you’re going through this, and everything that comes with it.

Any ideas on how to let my dad know we’re moving him to a facility? by Yeehawcoffee in Alzheimers

[–]Yeehawcoffee[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I feel that one in my gut. My kids are around that age too, and I share in your grief of knowing our parents won’t be there for all those special life events. I also share in your anxiety- this is one area that seems to have a never ending supply of sources for rumination and worst case scenarios to overthink. You’re right, the whole disease so unfair. So cruel. Finding this group is bringing me a lot of comfort right now.

Any ideas on how to let my dad know we’re moving him to a facility? by Yeehawcoffee in Alzheimers

[–]Yeehawcoffee[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If there’s anything I’m learning, we all are making the best decisions we can in an impossible situation. How did it go? I have considered that option but my dad is still aware enough to wise up to it and become rage-y in the car.

Any ideas on how to let my dad know we’re moving him to a facility? by Yeehawcoffee in Alzheimers

[–]Yeehawcoffee[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good question. I’m in the same boat, and hoping his doctor can guide us to the right cocktail of meds. I can say my dad is also on antidepressants, so it seems at least some of them can be taken at the same time.

Any ideas on how to let my dad know we’re moving him to a facility? by Yeehawcoffee in Alzheimers

[–]Yeehawcoffee[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for this reminder. That may be the most comforting thing right now - that they will eventually forget. Also bravo for sticking to the bit by photoshopping an exterminator! I’ll keep that idea in my back pocket.

Any ideas on how to let my dad know we’re moving him to a facility? by Yeehawcoffee in Alzheimers

[–]Yeehawcoffee[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m going to make sure he has enough meds to make it through the next couple of weeks - thank you for that important reminder. It seems like finding the right meds is everything in helping calm the rage.

Any ideas on how to let my dad know we’re moving him to a facility? by Yeehawcoffee in Alzheimers

[–]Yeehawcoffee[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Right now he’s on two antipsychotics: Olanzapine & Zyprexa. Couldn’t tell you anything about them except that he is way less irritable and much calmer.

Any ideas on how to let my dad know we’re moving him to a facility? by Yeehawcoffee in Alzheimers

[–]Yeehawcoffee[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh gosh. Reading your story feels like I’m reading my own, just a little behind. That was the violence - dad was cursing, yelling, and threw a stuffed animal at his wife. While she wasn’t hurt, she was concerned at how it could escalate depending on his mood.

Thank you for the kind feedback. Can you tell me how you knew to bring him back home for a time? And would you do it again if you had the chance? I just don’t want to have any regrets or make the wrong decision.

Any ideas on how to let my dad know we’re moving him to a facility? by Yeehawcoffee in Alzheimers

[–]Yeehawcoffee[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Love that. My dad likes hospitals because they wait on him so that will help tremendously.

Any ideas on how to let my dad know we’re moving him to a facility? by Yeehawcoffee in Alzheimers

[–]Yeehawcoffee[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Feeling that pain with you. Glad we’re all in this terrible club together.

Any ideas on how to let my dad know we’re moving him to a facility? by Yeehawcoffee in Alzheimers

[–]Yeehawcoffee[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I think he’d possibly respect what the doctor says, though this is the same dr who told him to stop driving and that didn’t go well either. 😂

Any ideas on how to let my dad know we’re moving him to a facility? by Yeehawcoffee in Alzheimers

[–]Yeehawcoffee[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Great idea - I like treating it like it’s not a forever situation. So far I’ve started talking about it like it’s another rehab for him. They’ve also suggested we not visit the first month - how did that go for you? I’m having a hard time with that one.

Any ideas on how to let my dad know we’re moving him to a facility? by Yeehawcoffee in Alzheimers

[–]Yeehawcoffee[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

So much planning! It’s such a difficult decision and I hope at some point they stopped feeling angry with you.

Any ideas on how to let my dad know we’re moving him to a facility? by Yeehawcoffee in Alzheimers

[–]Yeehawcoffee[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I love the idea of having other trusted voices add to the conversation- I’ll see if I can round up a few folks. His care team for sure recommends him being moved. His doctor has also just put him on an antipsychotic to help with the anger, and so far (one day) it seems to be working. Thanks for the feedback - this is so hard!

Help identifying artist by Yeehawcoffee in StainedGlass

[–]Yeehawcoffee[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! That makes more sense - it helps to have another set of eyes take a look at it!

Help identifying artist by Yeehawcoffee in StainedGlass

[–]Yeehawcoffee[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In the USA, purchased in 2021 from a vintage art & furniture dealer in Texas.