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[quote=Anonymous]https://www.msn.com/en-us/health/other/bruce-willis-wife-reacts-to-criticism-of-couple-living-separately-as-he-battles-dementia-they-don-t-get-a-say/ar-AA1LynVx?ocid=msedgntp&pc=U531&cvid=68b450adf7b4496cbef1a0f21fbf7914&ei=12

I wish my mother did the same thing and there was plenty of money dad earned to do so. We eventually had to rescue dad from her home when is was crystal clear she crossed the line into verbal and emotional abuse toward him and we placed him in a beautiful, serene and well-regarded memory care and hired an extra caregiver. I applaud Emma for having the self-awareness to know it was too much for the family and he could get the best care possible in a serene environment with them visiting often. Even with dementia they can sense burnout and stress in others. Emma has gotten a ton of black-lash, most of it from people who never lived it. My mother had 24-7 care for dad too, but she cared more about keeping up appearances than doing what was best for him and what would keep her sane. She could not hide her burnout, anger and resentment which was being shown to him more and more and she was lashing out at others too. I'm sure Emma hired the best caregivers for Bruce. She visits him with the kids all the time and his adult children visit and Demi. My dad was so much calmer and more content once he was in a more appropriate environment and his visitors arrived well rested and ready to bring him some joy or even  just peaceful company. My heart goes out to anyone who doesn't have options due to financial circumstances.  [/quote]

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