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Maintaining Friendships Despite a Dementia Diagnosis

Posted on: November 5, 2020
Categories: Senior Life & Tips, Dementia & Memory Care

Enjoy and Honor Your Friendship Despite Dementia

Originally published on AARP:

At first, you might think your friend is just having a few bad days with forgetfulness, repetitive stories, and anxiety. Then comes a dementia diagnosis.

What is next for your friendship?

"Stand by your friend,” says Arthena Caston, 56, of Macon, Georgia, who was diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer's disease five years ago. “And when I say stand, stand by your friend through thick and thin. Because it's not always going to be a great day."

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