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[quote=Anonymous]Your dad needs someone nearby who he can ask for help. It could be a neighbor who is physically nearby or at least someone he can call to ask for help, like you I guess. Then he needs to be urged to do so, make it easy for him to ask for help so he doesn't feel overwhelmed by his memory issues and technology. I fill this role for several older friends (70s and 80s) and my adult son also does this for an older coworker, he has helped her navigate buying a new I phone, figuring out how to use it, and is available when she needs more help. He finds this very rewarding and she is very grateful for the help and continued support. Technological aids will also be good for your dad but I think hands on help is more important as his dementia will likely continue to get worse. One of my older friends always takes notes when I help her with phone or TV issues so she can consult them when I'm not there.[/quote]
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