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I understand this happens and why. However, I only learned of my husbands lifetime of affairs during his Alzheimer's and just a few months before he went to memory care. The sight of him anywhere near another woman even if she is 102 is a huge trigger for me and will send me into a tailspin. His happiness has always been at my expense. Why should that continue
I'm sorry that you are experiencing this. Did he have affairs before Alzheimers or is this something that just started happening? I've heard that sometimes this happens in facilities.

This type of thing happens more than what people are willing to discuss. Some women are adamant about remaining loyal to this type of behavior even though it is part of the disease process.

We as women are required to give up so much of our autonomy.

Since he is in a facility, I would start picking hobbies to get me out the house. Join a book club, gardening class, cooking classes or anything else that would get your mind off this nonsense. Therapy can help. Personally, I would prefer in person therapy than the teleservice that's being offered. First, it will get you out of the house. Secondly, you can run errands and just be out and about. The key is to get you involved in your own life rhythm again and not be so focused on someone who is slowly losing their memory.

Also, I would cut back on the visits since this interaction is causing you to feel strong emotions once you witness this type of interaction.
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When Justice Sandra Day O’Connor went to visit her husband John in memory care, she found him holding another woman’s hand. She picked up and held his other hand. At least he had a constant companion where she couldn’t be anymore. She was actually happy to see it.
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I'm very, very sorry. You don't need to visit him. Please protect your mental and emotional health. Get some therapy, and spend your time doing things that bring you happiness and peace. I know that sounds simplistic, and it is easier said than done, but really that's what you deserve for the time you have left, unburdened by him.
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