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My sister that took wanted to get Precivity test. She had the blood work done and the doctor said that they score 1-100. Her number was 38 but he was shocked. Another R.N sister was she doesn't believe him. I accept his opinion as I am primary care giver. I tried to tell them how much she has declined this year but they refuse to listen. How shall I handle the sister's they are in their 70's. How can I get them to believe this about my 92 yo mother. Any insight would be great. Thanks

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Your sisters are not spring chickens either. They may continue in denial. If you are POA you can decide when your mother needs more care maybe even a facility. I have a cousin that is convinced my mom's issues stem from a fall a few years ago. No, mom was declining way before that, but they didn't want to see it. I agree you may want your sisters to do in home care for your mom for a couple weeks so they can see up close how much she has declined. That might work. You probably need a good vacation.
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The Precivity test is for Azhemiers. Seems with a score of 38, she may not have ALZ.

There are other Dementias out there. ALZ falls under the Dementia umbrella but is much different. She needs to see a neurologist to determine what type she has. And then at 92 does it really matter. You see the changes. I can't believe your RN sister doesn't see it.
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We really don’t have the ability to get anyone to believe anything they aren’t open to seeing. It’s inadvertently cruel to deny loss of abilities and pretend like all is well as it doesn’t provide empathy for the caregiver. Focus on doing the right things not only for mom, but also yourself. Alzheimer’s is a hard journey, really too hard for one caregiver. It’s vital you protect your wellbeing too
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Go on a two-week vacation leaving mom in the care of your sisters. Turn off your phone so they can’t call and ask you how to take care of her. I assure you that by the time you get back, they will fully understand the extent of mom’s cognitive decline.
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Beethoven13 22 hours ago
Agree. Mother goes and stays with your sisters for 2 -4 weeks each. They manage her medication, groceries, appointments, hygiene, housekeeping, yard if applicable and handle her mail and also entertain her and provide socializing and meals or taking her out for meals. It’s a Full Time Job. Or they come stay with her while you go away for 2-4 weeks on repeat and just fill in your shoes. They will likely get a better understanding.
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If you ask them if they think your Mom will live forever, what do they say?
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Why does it really matter what your sisters believe about your mom or not? I mean she's 92 and is nearing the end of her life.
Most folks your moms age have some kind of mental decline whether they're diagnosed with dementia or not.
Is this really the hill that you're willing to die on just to be "right"?
Why not just enjoy what ever time you may have left with your mom and even your sisters, as you just never know when they won't be here anymore?
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Kimgreen1 4 hours ago
You remind of me back in my early years. But now I'm a Born again Christian and how that Faith in Jesus is the only way I make it through. No I don't want to "die on that hill " just so I have to be right. I have no problem with these sisters who kick me over and over again. I truly love them. I only asked how to handle the situation but like I said you remind me of me and I would love to cuss them all but that would upset my mother so I will swallow every name they call me. You sound like you have been in my shoes so I won't bother you this. Thank you for hearing me. You may be exactly right but you have no compassion in your advice. Have a great day
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