Alzheimer`s Disease/dementia

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Expert: - 11/24/2009


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My dad has dementia and he is used to being around my mom. He feels lost with out her. Can my dad go without my mom for 2 weeks without going in depression

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Hi Gail,

Routine and consistency is the key with a Dementia inflicted individual.  When your father has a routine, it is security for him.  Your mom; therefore, is a comfort, a consistency and without her will most likely cause a change in his mood and behavior.   However, it is very important that your mother take time away and these changes will only be temporary

Try to keep the same daily routine that your mother has established with your father while she is away and you may be able to minimize his sadness.

Best Regards,
Michalene Peticca, MA

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Michalene Peticca

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I'd be happy to help with any questions about Alzheimer's or Dementia diseases. I can also help with Medicare, Long term care & other insurance questions.

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I have my Masters degree in Geriatrics and am credentialed through the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Pennstate Milton Hershey hospital and the American Geriatrics Society. I've been in healthcare for over 20 years and worked directly with Alzheimer's and Dementia individuals for most of that time. I am also a licensed insurance agent in PA and MD. Currently i train healthcare professionals to care for Alzheimer and Dementia individuals and i have been a care manager for guardianship services in PA

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Masters degree in Geriatrics Licensed insurance agent in PA & MD.

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PHI Homes in Pennsylvania York, Dauphin & Adams County Area on Aging The Jewish Home of Harrisburg

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