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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]People with Alzheimer’s don’t tend to get better regardless of their circumstances.[/quote]
This is not entirely accurate. While it is progressive and terminal, the right setting and sometimes medication can make a big difference in quality of life.

OP it's hard to advise without knowing more about your situation. Where is your LO now and how do they feel/behave? What resources are available? I am sorry you are in the Long Goodbye, it is such a difficult thing.[/quote]

[b]Medications can help slightly at early stages but at this stage, its about quality of life and there is very little[/b].[/quote]
Wrong on both counts. Medications can't generally do much for memory in later stages, but they can help with mood, anxiety, and sleep for example. Dementia patients can still have quality of life. They can feel safe and happy and be well cared for. Quality of life doesn't mean they have their memory restored. I'm sorry if you've never seen facilities that provide quality of life to dementia patients.[/quote]

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