My mom means the world to me!

As you can see my Mom is still hanging on. We were told she had Early Onset Alzheimers' in 2003. For 6 long painful and emotional years. We don't know exactly how much time she has left, but she is fighting as hard as she can. Unfortunately, the Atrophy has set in. Her arms are criss-crossed, they are stiff as a board. Rehab has been trying to help, but no success. They are scared they will break her arms/hands if they force them open. Yesterday, I had my beautician come in and cut her hair. (This is her new haircut). My Dad told me he wanted her long hair gone, but I didn't want it to be too short. Her hair is so beautiful, I cried when she cut it off. Atleast with it not being in a pony tail she won't get a headache from it being to tight. I just want my mom to be as comfortable as possible.

Fighting Alzheimer's

Bless my mom's soul. She's hanging on with all her might, I don't know how she does it! Alzheimer's is a terrible disease and it's a slow and lingering process. My mom is trying to fight it, I don't know why, but she is. She can't walk, talk, or feed herself. Her Atrophy is getting worse. Now, she is getting rashes on her body, weightloss, and she tends to be in alot of pain from the Atrophy. They took her off all her meds, besides Morphine. Every year for the past 6 years almost, they say it will be the last year. My mother just turned 57 on March 13. she has missed out in so many things. Since she is bed bound I can't take her out anywhere, that is the hardest thing for me. Dealing with her illness was easier to cope when I could take her outside and see her smile, all I see now is a lost look on her face and innocense.

The Deborah Denton Fund

I am posting this fund for the Alzheimer's Association in the name of my mom. No donations made will go to my family, it will direct you to the Alzheimer's Association and the donations go to them for their search for the cure. The only thing of my my mom associated with it, will be the donation in honor of her.

Man Diagnosed With Alzheimer's at 45

(Nov. 14) - He was a chief financial officer on Wall Street, with a wife and three children. Then, at 45, Brian Kammerer found out he had Alzheimer's. Now 51, Kammerer is one of the 500,000 people living with Alzheimer's at an unusually early age. Get his story from The Wall Street Journal.

Mom's Neurologist Appt.

Yesterday, Mom went to a Neurologist. My mother has been opening her mouth in a position as if she wants to talk but nothing comes out. Her tongue is also rolled completely to her right side of her mouth. The Neurologist thinks she has had a Massive Stroke on top of the Early Onset Alzheimer's. The 12th of November she goes for a Cat Scan and the 13th for an EEG. At her Care Plan Meeting yesterday, I asked for Early Onset was is the Span compared to regular Alzfeimer's. They said Max 10 years. My mom got in a car accident Feb. 2003 that is how we found out she had it. We don't know how long before then that it had developed. So I am assuming from now till 2013, I will lose my mom all together. I have swallowed my pride and accepted the disease she has and I know death is coming sooner than later. I can deal with the Alzheimer's part with her forgetfulness but when pain becomes a factor it's harder to cope with. I know my mother can still hear me and wants to talk , she trys but nothing comes out. I love you MOM forever and Always!

Today's visit with Mom.

We went to visit my mother a few hours ago. She looked a little flushed and felt a little warm. My husband and I noticed she was moving her mouth as if she was yawning. After about 10 minutes I decided to look inside her mouth and in the left corner was a huge abscess. I have notice that even though my Mom can't speak, very seldom she does, but her actions are louder than words. She may not know what is wrong with her but her body does. We called the nurse in and she gave my mom some extra strength tylenol. The nurse also said that she would call the doctor to see if a dental referral would be needed. Her doctor visits regularly every Tuesday. I love my Mom, I hate seeing her in pain. Her remaining time on earth should be pain-free.
I chose ths picture, to represent my Mom. Looking at it let's me know her spirit is free, even though she's not. My mom has asked to be cremated and her ashes poured over the mountains. I think this picture fits her perfect!

Mom's new room makes her happy!

My Mom as you may have found out has Early Onset Alzheimer's. She has her good and bad moments. She has a double occupancy room. A few months ago her roommate passed. I noticed a sadness to my mother. Which showed me she does still remember and notice some things. The staff at her nursing home (Flagler Pines) are wonderful to her! She is in good hands there. My mom has been in nursing homes as of October 2008, it will be 5 years! In the current one she is in, its been half that time. Well, a few weeks ago, she was moved to a new room. She has a nice roommate, too. My Mom has a wonderful view out her window. She can watch her disney channel that she likes or the western channel on the other ladies TV. She can view both TVs, I think that's awesome! Kevin and I went up there and she was watching "The secret life of Zach and Cody" (I think that's the name)on disney. There was a comedic seen in it and my mom got it. At first we thought she was trying to say something or cry, because her face was turning red. But then the laughter came. It was like watching your child walk for the first time. My heart fluttered with happiness. Yes, it breaks my heart to know my mother is dying. I used to grudge over it. Now, I look at it as she 's still here alive. She's not in any pain, it's just a long mourning process for friends and family. I would rather see her with this then cancer or some horrible painful disease. I know saying this can make some people curdle, but it helps me cope knowing she's still alive and pain free. Anyways, my mom IS a good woman and mother and deserves the best there is. Thank You, Flagler Pines and Staff for the love and care you give my mother!