My husband is 78, He is at the early stages of Alzheimer's. I am very concerned because he was a very active person. He enjoyed going to the Casino which is nearby. He lost interest in that. For the last couple of months all he does is sleep. He gets up eats and goes back to sleep. His primary physician gave me a referral for him to see a neurologist. He doesn't want me to make him appointments not even with his primary doctor or with any the doctors. I am very worried. Don't know what to do. Any suggestions? Please help. Thanks.
I would explain that there are many diseases that affect the mind and remind her of our relatives inflicted with those diseases such as Parkinsons and MS. That made her feel not so alone. Another fear was what will happen to her when she could no longer remember anything? Reassuring her that she would always be cared for lessened her worries. I’m certain your husband is fearful and it’s simply less painful to go to bed and sleep. I would try to encourage antidepressants to get him out of bed and then you both can work on next steps. Sending you a hug. Good luck.