Thread: Alzheimers.....
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Old 05-07-2008, 16:50   #5
Eagle5US
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Stay Positive...and plan

We all offer prayers no doubt...in the mean time, you may want to begin some planning.

If you do not already own a video camera, pick one up and begin a video journal. Everyday things, everyday acquaintances, important memories, things that mean the most to you and those around you, and the things that are seemingly meaningless.
Things that seem mundane to you now may be those very things that preserve your connection to moments, feelings or memories of times gone by.
Bring someone you trust into your financial situation and explain to them what you want out of your financial future. I do not know your personal situation, but I do know of a friend who has a parent with Alzheimers, and he has had to spend thousands in legal fees to prevent other siblings from squandering the patient's assets.

I do hope that science can offer you an element of comfort or relief through your diagnosis and disease...in the meantime, offer your heart some solace and begin to document your life.
Who you are, what made you the man of today. Your own precious memories will make the best Reality TV.

My absolute best to you.

Joe
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