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[quote=Anonymous]Not sure where to post this, but thought it might be most relevant here. My DH is cognitively declining. We are still in early stages of diagnosis, but initial tests are leaning towards Parkinson’s or dementia. He’s not entirely aware, so I’m driving his appointments and pushing for tests. For those of you who have been through this, how do you handle becoming a caregiver to your spouse?

I get really angry when I have to keep reminding him to do things or to help around the house (for example to clear his plate at dinner, say hello when someone comes home). Logically, he may not be capable of remembering, but it’s hard to keep that perspective all the time.

We also have very young children who are very busy (preschool to elementary age). I handle the kids, the housework, the cooking. I also work full time. I don’t have the resources to hire an au pair or help. But I’m mentally and physically exhausted. If you have a spouse who is no longer capable of parenting with you, what recommendations do you have to keep perspective and how did you manage all the responsibilities?
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