After almost a year from publishing my last post, I feel it is time to update my blog readers on Living with Alzheimer's . If you are a new reader, you can read my earlier posts to capture the picture of what it is like caring for someone with Alzheimer's.
Anne has been in care since last August and the standard of care has been of the highest standard. I cannot praise Grandview Care Home enough. As well as the challenges of day-to-day care they provide stimulus and entertainment way above the call of duty. Magicians, singers, church services, live animals, pipe bands, creative arts and much more. Indeed, only last week they took Anne on a canal cruise.
Over the last few years some people have told me that they were praying for Anne to be healed. I always welled up when they said that to me, touched by their concern and compassion, but I always struggled to believe that would happen - perhaps my Christian faith is not strong enough. However, as I have reflected over recent months, it is clear in my mind that God is not going to heal Anne, but instead has provided her with exceptional care.
She is so content, always smiling and when a nurse or care assistant interacts with her, or merely passes by, that God-given smile blossoms.
But, over recent weeks it has become more and more evident that Anne no longer recognises me. When I go to visit her 4 or 5 times a week she smiles when I go to greet her, but here eyes are vacant and there is no body language from her like before.
As I have shared this development with family and friends they have all said that it must be so hard. And while that is true, it does not come as a surprise. Knowing something is going to happen does make the pain just a little easier.
And so another new chapter begins for me. I remain hugely supported by my family and friends and for that alone, I am truly grateful. And as I write this, I am very optimistic and full of hope about what God may have in store for me.
Until next time
aye
Gordon
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