Have a loved one with Alzheimer's ?

Polly -- do you still have that article? If so -- is there any chance you could scan it or copy it and send me a copy? I'd love to excerpt from it and include the highlights in my next guild newsletter.

Thanks in advance...

Kate in MI

Well, sure, Kate. Right now, my scanner is not on speaking terms with my computer because my anti-virus thingie decided to upgrade of its own volition, get quite uppity and shut down everything attached. Ah me. Anyhow, I'll ask my nice bank to run a copy for you. You'll find it is a well-written article, even suggesting how to birth, bind, and tie. No list of blue words for the slippy/slidey squares but I keep a list of them handy if you need them. Is your address on the old directory still good? Polly

I have the article right here in front of me. I looked it up earlier today in response to your email. I'll send you a scan/file and you can send it on to anyone who asks if you like.

I'm interested in a copy. I can make one for MIL, who is in the middle stages of dementia... ;(

-- Anita --

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Me too Cheryl please.

Can't get your email to work. Please send me an email to cawaitesATnetconnectDOTcomDOTau

The last email seems to have made it - fingers crossed.

thanks!!!!!!!!!

Now, just how could we ask for more? I went to bed and woke up to see that Cheryl had located, scanned and forwarded the details on the Altzheimer's quilt. Wow, Cheryl, thank you so much. Getting the quilt finished last night was painful because I realized that it may be my only way of reaching our sister. There's a benefit I didn't see. This morning, the quilt is up on the design wall and is so pretty and happy, I think it will make everyone who sees it smile. Now that is a good thing. I also discovered a pin in the polar bear. Polly

Howdy!

Beg pardon if this is a repeat:

Ragmop/Sandy

Me three please Polly? As y'all know my DSMIL is losing her memories and doctors can't decide if it's early onset Alzheimer's or dementia. Our cruise in 2007 (Vancouver through Mexican Riviera then LA for a week) will be her last overseas one, with or without us. Wonderful FIL is retiring from work after the cruise to stay home with her. Some days are good, some days not so good. Maybe it's time I made her a quilt.....

Thanks, Sandy. We do need reminding. Don't want any of us finishing up our Christmas quilting in jail. Polly

"Sandy Ellison" wrote, in part > To ask for permission to quote article:

But it would give you some uninterrupted time! LOL

Thanks Sandy - a much better and easier option!

Bless you for bringing this up again. Also, I've heard that this type of quilt is beneficial for autistic youngsters.

My mother passed in 1996 from a combination of Alzheimer's and dementia, well into my quilting phase. Unfortunately she didn't respond to textures like this. The only significant response from her was one day when a neighbor friend of my folks came by and brought her big dog. My mother sat and held him, rocking him for several minutes, then retreated once again into her own little world.

G> Now, just how could we ask for more? I went to bed and woke up to see that

I'd love to have a copy of it being that is what I am dealing with daily with my father. Anything that would help him is excellent, because I know it is only going to get worse.

Jacqueline in KY email quilter @ mountain-breeze dot com

That same article is pinned to by idea board. I have suggested it to several groups but no one have taken it on as a project. Making these laprobes would be a great way to introduce other to quilting. You could have all the squares cut and have the group just help assemble and tie the laprobes.

Susan Price