A slight improvement?

Today's visit was easier than some of the previous have been. She seemed more lucid, but towards the end of the time what she was telling me was clearly not real. But her personality was much nicer. She was much more like the old Edna. I never felt threatened or felt I had to watch my words to make sure I didn't upset her. So maybe I am being optimistic but I think the Rivastigmine is starting to have an effect.

Unfortunately she told me she didn't well last night - and insomnia is one of the reported side effects. . Alos the physio came to take her for a walk but it had to be abandoned becasue Edna felt dizzy. This is another side effect of the drug - although dizziness in a old lady can be due to a number of things of course.

Overall in herself she seemed better and happier than she has been. She even at times showed some insight into her condition. But some of the things she was telling me about events on the ward were still clearly her own fantasy. But much more plausible than previous fantasies have been. So although it is early days I am cautiously optimistic.

I have contacted the Alzheimers Society and they are going to send me some leaflets - and can arrange an outreach visit to me if I want to talk to someone. I have also contacted the social worker to try to arrange a meeting , so I am starting to get organised.

Also from some of the things Edna has said recently I am beggining to think she may not be totally against some sort of residential care after all.

So things COULD be starting to move in the right direction. However I am sure I have to be prepared for setbacks in the short term .