Mother and Daughter Face Alzheimer's Together: A Journey of Love, Loss, and Resilience

Tangles and Plaques: A Mother and Daughter Face Alzheimer's

by Susan Cushman

4.7 out of 5

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Alzheimer's is a devastating disease that affects millions of people around the world. It is a progressive disease that causes memory loss, confusion, and changes in behavior. There is no cure for Alzheimer's, but there are treatments that can help to slow the progression of the disease.

When a loved one is diagnosed with Alzheimer's, it can be a very difficult time. The family has to come to terms with the fact that their loved one is going to change. They have to learn how to care for their loved one and how to cope with the challenges that the disease presents.

This is a story of a mother and daughter who faced Alzheimer's together. It is a story of love, loss, and resilience. It is a story that will inspire you and give you hope.

The Diagnosis

In 2015, Mary was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. She was 75 years old. Mary had always been a strong and independent woman. She had raised a family, worked as a nurse, and volunteered in her community.

When Mary was diagnosed with Alzheimer's, her daughter, Sarah, was devastated. She knew that her mother's life was going to change dramatically. She also knew that she would have to be there to support her mother.

The Journey

The early stages of Alzheimer's were difficult for Mary and Sarah. Mary started to forget things, and she became confused and disoriented. She would often get lost in her own neighborhood. She would also become angry and frustrated easily.

Sarah was patient and understanding with her mother. She helped her mother to cope with the challenges of the disease. She would remind her mother of things that she had forgotten. She would help her to find her way home. She would also try to calm her mother down when she was upset.

As the disease progressed, Mary's symptoms became more severe. She started to lose her ability to speak. She started to lose her ability to walk. She started to lose her ability to recognize her loved ones.

Sarah continued to care for her mother, even when it became difficult. She hired a home health aide to help her with her mother's care. She also made sure that her mother had plenty of opportunities to socialize and interact with other people.

The Loss

In 2019, Mary passed away from Alzheimer's disease. She was 79 years old. Sarah was heartbroken. She had lost her mother, her best friend, and the woman who had always been there for her.

But Sarah was also grateful for the time that she had with her mother. She was grateful for the opportunity to care for her mother and to help her to live a full and happy life.

The Legacy

Mary's legacy lives on through her daughter, Sarah. Sarah is now a strong advocate for Alzheimer's awareness and research. She speaks to groups about her mother's journey and about the importance of early diagnosis and treatment.

Sarah is also a role model for other caregivers. She shows that it is possible to care for a loved one with Alzheimer's with love, compassion, and dignity.

Alzheimer's is a devastating disease, but it is not a death sentence. With early diagnosis and treatment, people with Alzheimer's can live full and happy lives.

The story of Mary and Sarah is a story of hope. It is a story that shows that even in the face of adversity, love can prevail.

Author Name is a writer, speaker, and advocate for Alzheimer's awareness and research. She is the author of the book, Mother and Daughter Face Alzheimer's Together: A Journey of Love, Loss, and Resilience.

Tangles and Plaques: A Mother and Daughter Face Alzheimer's

by Susan Cushman

4.7 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	3808 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	234 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

FREE