My husband is 94 years old and has severe dementia. I am caring for him at home.I'm 75 years old. We have been married 52 years. My husband is constantly asking about his Dad. I tell him he is fishing in Florida. He keeps demanding that I get him touch with his older brother. My husband is the last living member of his immediate family. I am at my wits end. He just now was pounding on the TV screen wanting Andy Griffith to assist him. Help!!!!!!!
tiger1
What I find concerning about your question is that your husband has gone beyond just repeatedly asking to "demanding" and "pounding." I've seen so many sad cases where a husband who was loving and gentle over a long marriage became violent or verbally abusive in the ravages of dementia. Please talk to your husband's doctor about the details of his behavior when he is frustrated.
And, be mindful of how caring for your husband is impacting your health, too. Don't wait for a crisis to force you get help in caring for him. Be proactive and have plans in place.
Even if you feel you're OK for now in taking care of him, be sure to schedule breaks for yourself where either he or you are out of the house, so you can focus on your own interests and well-being.