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My stepdad is diagnosed with mild Alzheimer’s. I have a lot of knowledge from research and had some family with it. My mom is 72 and has basically no knowledge. She’s understanding more as I’m teaching her. Any tips on accepting his diagnosis? I could still use a lot of help. I’m the only child out of 4 and have to take care of both my mom and stepdad. This is a rewarding journey for me.
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what a nice picture of you and your stepdad! I am so glad you have reached out. I am sending over a bunch of articles that I hope can help you and your mom: https://alzheimersdisease.net/living-coping, https://alzheimersdisease.net/living/accepting-a-diagnosis-caregiver, and https://alzheimersdisease.net/living/cope-with-early-onset-diagnosis. I am so glad you are searching for tips for this rewarding journey. Reach out at any time. Jill (Team Member) Hi
, I wanted to piggyback off Jill's response and share two of my favorite articles, both written by caregivers:
https://alzheimersdisease.net/living/tips-for-accepting-new-normal
https://alzheimersdisease.net/living/accepting-a-diagnosis-caregiver
Thank you for sharing the photo of you and your stepdad - there's a lot of mischief and spirit in those smiles! - Warmly, Donna (Team Member)
