We received this question via email from a veteran support group moderator. This support group moderator is is also a reader of the Alzheimer's Reading Room.
As the facilitator of two Support Groups, I received this question this morning from a caregiver:Why isn't my husband into Christmas like he used to be?
No interest in the tree, which holds many memories, Santa, etc.
But he is out in the backyard rebuilding a bench and doing a good job.
How do I answer this question?
How would you answer this question?
What advice, insight, or comfort would you offer to the Alzheimer's caregiver that asked this question?
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