Big hugs to everyone here. Thanks to everyone for the positive energy and vibes. I would like to say that until you are in a situation like this, it is impossible for you to understand what going through something like this truly entails. And for those of us who are going through this, we certainly celebrate with you that you do not have to and hope that you never will. My wife suffered a stroke about 5 years ago. It was her second stroke, the previous one happening 10 years prior, which left her with little to no deficiencies. This one, however was catastrophic. I left the work force, to take care of her. We are still relatively young (Mid-40s), and I just refuse to put her in any kind of nursing facility. She doesn't want that either. Anyway, thank you for listening/reading. Keep your chins up!!
I understand what your going through. My husband Is paralyzed in 2017 he was in a bad accident were he was crushed between 2 trucks! After this happened to us our whole life changed completely I am his caregiver and I have a full time job. Believe me it's very hard especially coming out of work and having to continue working. I cath him with a catheter, change his diapers, I don't have a handicap shower so I bath him on his bed, I cook, clean, run doing all the errands,I do the laundry. We don't have a van so we have to order transportation just to see the Dr for him. We have never gone out to dinner. If we eat out I always bring the lunch or dinner and we eat in our room. We don't do much cuz I'm always tired and I hardly ever put him in his power wheelchair cuz our house is so small can't really move room to room most or our lives is being in our room. I pray and hope everything gets better for you and your family. God Bless
i see pure pain in that lady's eyes. i was a caregiver myself for 4yrs. i had no support system & i was all he had. i thought after he died i would feel better cause he in no more pain, in a better place etc. but after he died it was only then i realised that from the moment we got the news that he was in end stage renal failure, i started grieving without even realising. after this death the grief intensified & to this day- 1yr. 5mths later i still wake up empty. grief can cripple you and bring you to your knees. being a caregiver to a loved one is a very difficult task especially when u fighting for that person and on some days that person dont even recognise you or know who they are. i pray that God give her strength and courage to take care of her family.
yes empty is the operative word , my beloved wife died with dementia two moths ago . I was her sole carer for three years and she died at home in my arms
@@eifionjones559 my condolences to u. time is the ultimate healer. Give yourself time. When i say time i mean it can range from several months to approximately 2 years. If the emptiness& belly biting feelings persists more than 2 yrs see a doctor. Wish you the best during this difficult time.
Caregiving is noble and often necessary for loved ones, but we can’t forget to take care of ourselves in the process. Sometimes it is overwhelming and heart-breaking, and we lose track of our own emotions and don’t realize that we are suffering, too. Sending out so much love to all the wonderful people out there that are so selflessly offering themselves to help others. Please remember that you matter also, and to take care of yourself. Thank you for making a difference in this world. Wonderful video as always, Mel! You are a voice of positivity in this world. ♥️
Blessimg to Mel for this segment..blessi g to Amy wow for being you....you so deserve some weekely spa time......i did catch the full show and the one gal i seen in the audience...omg i wish Mel could of got her help as well she was so tore up...blessing to who ever you are...wow what a show💞
Mel - you do an amazing job each day helping people. I want to suggest a book for caregivers of those with dementia or dying titled: Ambiguous Love. The author gives wonderful support to those in this situation.
Mel can you please put up the full episode I am going through the same My husband had a stroke and is now paralyzed on his right side So now i am the one taking care of him
Mel please post entire show this is fantastic!
I don't have anyone to ask for help.
and if you had you would get a load of excuses , been there , got the t shirt
Big hugs to everyone here. Thanks to everyone for the positive energy and vibes. I would like to say that until you are in a situation like this, it is impossible for you to understand what going through something like this truly entails. And for those of us who are going through this, we certainly celebrate with you that you do not have to and hope that you never will. My wife suffered a stroke about 5 years ago. It was her second stroke, the previous one happening 10 years prior, which left her with little to no deficiencies. This one, however was catastrophic. I left the work force, to take care of her. We are still relatively young (Mid-40s), and I just refuse to put her in any kind of nursing facility. She doesn't want that either. Anyway, thank you for listening/reading. Keep your chins up!!
I understand what your going through. My husband Is paralyzed in 2017 he was in a bad accident were he was crushed between 2 trucks! After this happened to us our whole life changed completely I am his caregiver and I have a full time job. Believe me it's very hard especially coming out of work and having to continue working. I cath him with a catheter, change his diapers, I don't have a handicap shower so I bath him on his bed, I cook, clean, run doing all the errands,I do the laundry. We don't have a van so we have to order transportation just to see the Dr for him. We have never gone out to dinner. If we eat out I always bring the lunch or dinner and we eat in our room. We don't do much cuz I'm always tired and I hardly ever put him in his power wheelchair cuz our house is so small can't really move room to room most or our lives is being in our room. I pray and hope everything gets better for you and your family. God Bless
i see pure pain in that lady's eyes. i was a caregiver myself for 4yrs. i had no support system & i was all he had. i thought after he died i would feel better cause he in no more pain, in a better place etc. but after he died it was only then i realised that from the moment we got the news that he was in end stage renal failure, i started grieving without even realising. after this death the grief intensified & to this day- 1yr. 5mths later i still wake up empty. grief can cripple you and bring you to your knees. being a caregiver to a loved one is a very difficult task especially when u fighting for that person and on some days that person dont even recognise you or know who they are. i pray that God give her strength and courage to take care of her family.
yes empty is the operative word , my beloved wife died with dementia two moths ago . I was her sole carer for three years and she died at home in my arms
@@eifionjones559
my condolences to u.
time is the ultimate healer. Give yourself time. When i say time i mean it can range from several months to approximately 2 years. If the emptiness& belly biting feelings persists more than 2 yrs see a doctor.
Wish you the best during this difficult time.
Caregiving is noble and often necessary for loved ones, but we can’t forget to take care of ourselves in the process. Sometimes it is overwhelming and heart-breaking, and we lose track of our own emotions and don’t realize that we are suffering, too. Sending out so much love to all the wonderful people out there that are so selflessly offering themselves to help others. Please remember that you matter also, and to take care of yourself. Thank you for making a difference in this world. Wonderful video as always, Mel! You are a voice of positivity in this world. ♥️
Easier said than done. TY for the reminder.
REALLY hope you you post the entire episode! My husband also has FTD and Amy Johnson is an incredible inspiration to the caregivers everywhere.
Would love to see the full episode. So powerful! You rock, Mel! :)
Blessimg to Mel for this segment..blessi g to Amy wow for being you....you so deserve some weekely spa time......i did catch the full show and the one gal i seen in the audience...omg i wish Mel could of got her help as well she was so tore up...blessing to who ever you are...wow what a show💞
Mel - you do an amazing job each day helping people. I want to suggest a book for caregivers of those with dementia or dying titled: Ambiguous Love. The author gives wonderful support to those in this situation.
It’s hard when you are the only child I just want to run away
I know. Sorry.❤
Where can I see the full episode? My friend is going through this very thing and would like to email her this video?
It is on YT now.
Mel can you please put up the full episode
I am going through the same
My husband had a stroke and is now paralyzed on his right side So now i am the one taking care of him
They are wearing same color scheme. They really are connected.