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Capturing your memories before it's too late

My Mum was lost to Alzheimer's 5 years ago and I just can't understand why I never asked her to let me capture her stories and favourite memories on film BEFORE this vile illness took hold of her. After she was gone, I beat myself up for having NOT been brave enough to say 'Mum, I want to capture all of your favourite stories and memories from when you were younger, your words of wisdom, your voice, your smile your sense of humour, so that my grandchildren can experience just what an amazing mother and grandmother you were.


If anyone finds themselves or a family member diagnosed with Alzheimer's, please please please, make sure you aren't left with the same regrets.


Created By on 01/07/2019

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Twohoots
24th Jan 2021 19:08:44
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My Mum died very recently from Alzheimers. She was diagnosed 4 years ago and really not too bad for the first two. Then she deteriorated more and in the last year was a poor old thing to be honest. About a year ago I started noting down all the old stories she told me and which she remembered vividly even though she couldn’t tell you what she had for breakfast. I am so glad I did because this last year with covid and many health issues Mum’s speech declined. I typed up her stories and the care staff used to read them to her and she would nod and smile. Even on end of life care she listened to them and one of the carers said they were worth their weight in gold because they helped calm her when she was distressed or agitated.
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PatriciaB96
1st Jul 2019 20:00:54
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Good evening , my aunty has dementia , as her clock has turned back quite alot , yes I have memories of her , I also have written a few poems its how I see her now , its also in memory of how this disease takes over .

Patricia .
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