Mum has Dementia

It was very difficult to know why my mum kept doing the same thing at first and asking me to repeat the same thing over and over again. But I don’t mind now, I understand she forgets everything. I write it down on a piece of paper to remind her.

I follow her around the house and collect things she puts down; she won’t remember where she left them. Some days are hard and I cry but other days it’s like playing hide and seek with mum’s hand bag.

I love my mum very much and I know she loves me too.

Veronica Woods retired from the NHS after 23 years of service for reasons of poor health. She suffered from a brain haemorrhage and underwent ten-hour reconstructive brain surgery which left her with memory problems and other impairments challenging her daily activities. Her beautiful six-year-old daughter/little carer assisted her during her difficult rehabilitation period and continued to fill her days with love and affection making her recovery quicker and more complete. She is able to lead a happy family life and be the mother she always wanted to be. Her books are dedicated to her daughter for her patience, love, and care.