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Alzheimers advert.

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Cabbie21 Sat 11-Mar-23 14:29:31

Does anyone else find this advert problematical?
It quotes from the marriage vows, “ in sickness and in health, till death us do part”.
Maybe it was intended to recognise the commitment and devotion of many spouses who care for a loved one with dementia, together with the support that the charity can offer.
I don’t have a problem with that, but I do worry that it may cause problems for people who have reached the point where their loved one needs more help than can be provided at home so they have found a place in a Home for them. There is no need to make them feel guilty, that they have broken their marriage vows, given in, not done their duty, surely?
I have a friend in this position. She looked after her husband for several years, until she could no longer do so. It wasn’t safe. She should not be guilt-tripped.
I intend to make a complaint.

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Fleurpepper Sun 12-Mar-23 13:47:17

I read the OP, and it sounded to me as if untold pressure was put on life partners to keep someone with Alzheimers at home, whatever the circumstance.

I then watched the advert when it was linked, and commented again.

'Ah thanks, must say it is very moving (and yes I shed a tear).

But for the grace ...

I do hope that if and when, I shall have the courage to make the right choice'

Did you not see my second post? And the next about my dear brother?

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