As we celebrate the beginning of summer, we also celebrated mom's 77th birthday! We're so very thankful that she was able to see another birthday. She enjoyed a quiet day at home, and we want to thank all of you who sent cards. She received so many and we sat down and read each one to her.
Mom continues to eat regular meals but we're convinced that she savors ice cream the most!
Although unable to speak, we can get her to laugh most days and some days she's quite giddy. We don't always know how to calm her when she's restless. It doesn't appear that she's in any pain. When asked if she's having any pain, she can still answer "No." We believe it's just her dementia causing confusion and fear. John will often sit next to her and just pray with her which seems to calm her more than anything else.
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Jackie was diagnosed with Primary Progressive Aphasia about 6 years ago. This condition is also known as Frontal Temporal Dementia. Although considered dementia, this is not Alzheimer's disease. It affects the frontal lobes of the brain. As a result, Jackie's ability to communicate has been affected and she can no longer speak. She still knows loved ones for which we're thankful. She is now in end stage dementia and under the care of hospice in her own home.
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