3 years ago my dad was a normal, healthy, 82 year old man, enjoying his retirement. A pretty good innings I'd say.
He enjoyed a pint, but wasn't an excessive drinker. He didn't smoke.
Had a heart bypass when he was 65, but remained fit and healthy. He didn't take the piss, he was grateful the surgeon saved his life.
I'm going to the care home to see him on Sunday, as I do every week.
He won't recognise me, but I'll sit there and pretend he does.
The sudden onset of dementia is something I don't think I can ever understand or comprehend.
There's people in that care home a lot younger than me.
Op, reach out to everyone you know and explain to them how you feel.
I wish you well, you have friends here, use them.
I don't know your circumstances, but I'm only a pm away.
Take care blue, you are NOT alone.