I agree with GaiL1 and JaneCares - I dont know what means you have, but if you can afford to pay for a caregiver to give you a break, it will be money very well spent, for you and your hubby's health. You guys are already over the stress limit. Even ...

Yes, definitely start planning now, it's never to early to plan, you can always make changes to your plan in the future. These days, its tough to find people who truly care about fulfilling your wishes.  I realized something, when caring for my frien...

This is in addition to my first reply - I read that you wrote, in reply to another person, that your Mother is there, too. Another way to talk him into a caregiver, is to let him know that it would help out your Mom, too, so she would not have to wor...

Your Father saying that he would like to call someone if he gets confused proves that he needs a caregiver. That thinking does not make sense, he is either in denial, or not thinking like he would have when he was younger, poor guy!About him refusing...

As the other replies said, it is very important to talk to his doctor & learn about dementia. Do you ever get a break from being around your husband? In these types of situations, even though you know he can't help it, it is really beneficial for you...