My mom was diagnosed with Alzheimer's at 58. I helped care for her for 20 years and learned 3 important lessons.
Source: Business Insider ·
Karen Finocchio, whose mother showed signs of Alzheimer's at 54, reflects on the positive things she did and those she wish she'd done differently.
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Karen Finocchio with her mother, Louise, 19 years after she was diagnosed with Alzheimer's.Courtesy of Karen FinocchioKaren Finocchio's mom started to show signs of Alzheimer's disease at the age of 54.Finocchio and her father experienced challenges — as well as beautiful moments — as primary carers.The daughter reflected on things she is happy they did and those she wished they'd done differently.This story is based on an interview with Karen Finocchio, 56, a marketing and engagement consultant from Marblehead, Massachusetts. It has been edited for length and clarity.My mother, Louise, known as "Lulu," radiated light. She was caring, quick-witted, accomplished, and kind.She left a huge hole in our lives when she died on September 22, 2015, 20 years after being diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease.Dad, 87, and I think of her every day. However, I know she's with us. Every anniversary of her death, she appears as a sunset with vibrant colors that are out of this world.Louise "Lulu"…
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