Mary's Place

A web page about the life of a lady who has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's.

About Me

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Location: Piedmont, Oklahoma, United States

I live in Piedmont, OK, with my Husband of 50 years who has been very supportive. We have 2 sons,David and Kenny, 6 grandkids, and 6 great grandkids. I enjoy feeding and watching the birds and squirrels. Before I was diagnosed with Alzheimer's, I ran a Licensed Day Care Home for Infants for 15 years. I noticed I wasn't able to remember important things and having problems with my speech. I was experiencing severe headaches. I would get lost. I didn't know how to use the computer. At the age of 55, I told my doctor. I was sent for an MRI. which showed a large amount of shrinkage. I went to a neurologist who sent me for two days of testing. I was diagnosed with dementia of the Alzheimer's type. My husband and I were both in shock. I had to give up my job. I went to see a social worker. I've taken Aricept for 11 years. I can now use the computer and even do this web page. I also host a chat room for dementia patients. This is a very lonely disease. I don't want anyone to feel as lonely as I did when I was diagnosed (I thought I was the only one over 50 that had Alzheimer's). In 2006 I started taking Namenda. Also I was told I have a mixed dementia, Alzheimer's/Vascular.

Wednesday, December 29, 2004

Last night I posted a picture of my family which was taken on Christmas Eve. I would like to identify everyone for you. Back row is David, Chris, Jennifer, Macey, Kerry, Erin, Kenny and Kathy. Front is Dave, Mary, Josh, Heather, Madison and Lori..
This morning I wasn’t feeling any better so Dave called to make me an appointment to see the doctor. I was able to get in this afternoon, which was surprising. I found out I have an upper respiratory infection. So after being on the antibiotics a few days I should be feeling better. She also gave me a prescription for some heavy-duty cough syrup… Resting most of the day in bed and watching movies… I had a phone call from Norma a DASN friend in Canada… Goodnight all… Keeping The Faith In Oklahoma

posted by Mary Lockhart | 7:42 PM

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