Y Quote About Dementia

I want to talk about Dementia and break down the many myths and stigmas associated with my disease. I don’t have rose colored glasses on, I know there is no cure and I have a fatal disease, but that will not stop me from raising awareness about Dementia. I will not let this disease make me a victim until my mind and soul allows it. When Alzheimer's Is Funny: A Brief Walk on the Light Side of Dementia 11:08 am ET Updated Aug 04, 2012 Alzheimer's disease is a deadly serious topic, and deservedly so.

Dementia Humour

Will and Guy have not and would never set out to make jokes at theexpense of dementia sufferers. Some of our own relations have hadproblems with their memories, but have been able to smile at these jokes.

Dementia Jokes

Thoughts About Age

I'm 65 and I guess that puts me in with the geriatrics. But ifthere were 15 months in every year, I'd be only 48. That's the trouble withus. We number everything. Take women for example. I thinkthey deserve more than 12 years between 28 and 40. James Thurber

Problems of Growing Older

Three ladies were discussing the travails of getting older. One said,'Sometimes I catch myself with a jar of mayonnaise in my hand, whilestanding in front of the refrigerator, and I can't remember whether I needto put it away, or start making a sandwich.' The second lady chimed inwith, 'Yes, sometimes I find myself on the landing of the stairs and can'tremember whether I was on my way up or on my way down.' The third oneresponded, ' Well, ladies, I'm glad I don't have that problem. Touch wood,'as she rapped her knuckles on the table, and then said, 'That must be thedoor, I'll get it.'

Problem with My Car

An elderly lady called, Jane, calls 911 on her cell phone to report thather car has been broken into. Jane is hysterical as she explains her situation to the dispatcher, 'Andthey've stolen the stereo, the steering wheel, the brake pedal and even theaccelerator.' The dispatcher answers coolly, 'Stay calm. An officer is on the way.' A few minutes later, the officer radios in. 'Disregard,' he says, 'Shegot in the back-seat by mistake.' You couldn't just get reading glasses?

Dementia Humour

Will and Guy can relate to dementia humour because they too have 'senior'moments. We also feel that British men of a certain age are a hardybunch, they don't seem to get as offended as easily as other nationalities,and especially as younger people. Our point is that the people, likeus, will either laugh along with this style of dementia humour, or justignore it.

Good and Bad News

Doctor Ryan tells his patient, Muriel, 'Well I have good news and badnews...' Muriel responds, 'Tell me Doc. What's the bad news?'You haveAlzheimer's disease.' 'Good heavens!' exclaims Muriel, ' So, what's the good news?'You cango home and forget about it.' Says Dr Ryan.

Senior Moment

Betty is aged 94 and she is angry and so she 'phones the newspaper officein Manchester, loudly demanding to know where her Sunday edition was. 'Ma'am,' said the employee, 'today is Saturday. The Sunday paper is notdelivered until Sunday.' There was a long pause on the other end of thephone, followed by a ray of recognition from Betty. 'I'll bet that's why noone was in church today too.'

Try this Test forDementia - Quickly

Here is a test that Will found to test and amuse your friends. AllHave a go at this & see how you do!!!Will

Test for Dementia

Below are four (4) questions and a bonus question. You have to answer them instantly. You can'ttake your time, answer all of them immediately. OK?Let'sfind out just how clever you really are. Ready? GO!!! (scroll down) First Question: You are participating in a race. You overtake the second person. What position are you in now? Write down your answer. Answer: Second Question: To answer the second question, don'ttake as much time as you took for the first question. If you overtake the last person,then you are...? Answer:Third Question:

Y Quote About Dementia Behaviors

Mary'sfather has five daughters: 1. Nana, 2. Nene, 3. Nini, 4. Nono.What is thename of the fifth daughter? Answer: (Nunu?) NO! Of course not. Check HereFourth Question: Very tricky math ! Note: This must be done in your head only. Do NOT use paper and pencil or a calculator. Try it. Take 1000 and add 40 to it. Now add another 1000. Now add 30. Add another 1000. Nowadd 20. Now add another 1000. Now add 10. What is the total? (For what it'sworth, Guy did not like this Question) AnswerOkay, now the bonus round: There is a mute person who wants to buy a toothbrush. By imitating the action of brushing one'steeth he successfully expresses himself to the shopkeeper and the purchase is done. Now if thereis a blind man who wishes to buy a pair of sunglasses, how should he express himself? AnswerFootnote: Please send us your dementia jokes andold-age humour. Test for Dementia Answers Below are four (4) questions and a bonus question. You have to answer them instantly. You can'ttake your time, answer all of them immediately. OK?Let'sfind outjust how clever you really are. Ready? GO!!! (scroll down) First Question: You are participating in a race. You overtake the second person. Whatposition are you in? Answer: If you answered that you are first, then you are absolutely wrong! If you overtake the second person and you take his place, you are second! Try not to screwup in the next question.To answer the second question, don'ttake as much time as you took for the first question. Second Question: If you overtake thelast person, then you are...? Answer: If you answered that you are second to last, then you are wrong again. Tell me, how can you overtake the LAST Person? you're not very goodat this! Are you? Third Question: Mary's father has five daughters: 1. Nana, 2. Nene, 3. Nini,4. Nono.What is the name of the fifthdaughter? Answer: Nunu? NO! Of course not.Her name is Mary. Read the question again Fourth Question:

Quotes About Alzheimer's

Very tricky math ! Note: This must be done in your head only. Do NOT use paper and pencil or a calculator. Try it. Take 1000 and add 40 to it. Now add another 1000. Now add 30. Addanother 1000. Now add 20. Now add another 1000Now add 10. What is the total? Scroll down for answer. Did you get 5000? The correct answer is actually 4100. Don'tbelieve it? Check withyour calculator! Today is definitely not your day. Maybe you will get the last question right? Okay, now the bonus round:There is a mute person whowants to buy a toothbrush. Byimitating the action of brushing one'steeth he successfullyexpresses himself to the shopkeeper and the purchase isdone. Now if there is a blind man who wishes to buya pair ofsunglasses, how should he express himself? Answer The blind person just has to open his mouth and ask, it's so simple!

Harry Urban

You have Dementria, probably Alzheimer”s Here is your prescription, have a good day and I will see you in six months. I leave his office thinking my world just ended. I had no idea what to do or what to expect. I was scared of the future and needed help. Nine years ago there was not much help or information available because I looked all over the internet for information and only found information that scared me beyond my Alzheimer’s diagnosis.

I tried several support groups but none suited what I was looking for. I needed hugs and love but I also wanted to know what I could do to help myself. I realized that the day I was diagnosed was the day my old life ended, and my new life began. I knew this new life was going to be different than my old life, but I am a lot smarter now than when I was first born and I can be successful in my new life.

I knew there were so many more living with this disease and looking for the same type of help I was looking for so I founded a Dementia support /awareness group called Forget Me Not. I wanted this group to give support but also raise awareness about this disease. Over the years I lived through the peaks and valleys that everyone living with Dementia goes through, and wanted to share my stories. I share my stories, both good and bad, but also try to give the message of hope.

Y Quote About Dementia Caregivers

So many think their life ended but don’t realize the bright future that may lay before them. It is true I lost most of my old skills but I can not dwell on the things I lost but rather concentrate on the things I can still do. After living with my Dementia for over nine years, my life is rich because I never gave up. I don’t believe in giving up.

I want to talk about Dementia and break down the many myths and stigmas associated with my disease. I don’t have rose colored glasses on, I know there is no cure and I have a fatal disease, but that will not stop me from raising awareness about Dementia. I will not let this disease make me a victim until my mind and soul allows it.

The Long Goodbye Alzheimer's Poem

I carry my dream of a World without Dementia with me all the time. Will I see a cure in my lifetime, probably not BUT I will see a better quality of life for everyone living with this disease. I will see Dementia friendly cities being built and I will no longer see my friends and relatives abandoning me because they do not under Dementia. A cure may not be found in my lifetime but a better way of life can happen now. Help me make this happen, raise awareness.