Alzheimer’s ‘ disease ,also called senile dementia, is a progressive disease that destroys memory and other important mental functions. Brain cell connections and the cells themselves degenerate and die thus leaving destruction and despair in its wake! I cannot even begin to imagine the feelings of the affected, but I do know about those who are affected! I was one! The people who have this disease are surely going through an extremely tough time , both physically and emotionally . Imagine , on a daily basis, not being able to go to the bathroom, not being able to wear your clothes, not being able to count the days or unable to do so many other things ….being dependent on others , it has to affect them! Sometimes , I guess that they can’t even feel the feeling of being dependent! Some of them even have to get pictures of loved ones with their names written beside , just to remember, but after a while, this doesn’t help! I was very fortunate to have my mother still remember me on her deathbed. Those taking care of the affected also have an emotionally and physically tough time dealing with this…they feel the loss day by day! How much suffering can they withstand? This is not a one time thing but is ongoing. You have to be strong…you have to endure. This is a test of your faith! Never give up that love that you have for them. These are the ties that bind!
LIVE AND LEARN !