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Twinguard

(531 posts)
12. I lost my mother and my grandmother to Alzheimer's.
Sun Feb 26, 2012, 09:35 PM
Feb 2012

Alzheimer's is a despicable disease. It robs people of their mind, their will, and their personality. I spent several years helping my grandmother, and before she died my mom was diagnosed with it. My dad and I (admitted, more him than me, but it was definitely a team effort) dealt with taking care of loved ones stricken with Alzheimer's non-stop for more than a decade. I know first hand what kind of toll it takes on loved ones and caregivers.

Thank you, Mr. President. From the bottom of my heart, thank you.

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