Has anyone tried this in their 70's?

[Joe Nunes]

No one should make fun of someone who is going through the chaos of dementia. I am watching my bride of nearly 54 years suffering from the associated problems. We make the most out of the good days and on those days/partial days of darkness there are some rough moments. She doesn't deserve to have to go through this...no one should have to bear the weight of this terrible condition, especially late in life.   So please stop and consider the situation before making an inappropriate comment about dementia or those who are effected with this illness. It very well could be you facing the situation during your later years. I hope you consider this.  ?

Joe

Edited January 18, 2023 by Joe Nunes

[peteski]

The statement in questions was
I do have arthritis, and moderate hearing loss (due to 48 years in the construction industry).
No dementia yet....that I'm aware of.

My mother has Alzheimer's and I'm her sole caregiver. Being her caregiver is quite stressful, and it is heartbreaking to see her in her condition.Yet, I clearly realize that the statement being discussed was an attempt at humor, not malicious.   I really think that we (as a society) need to lighten up a bit and don't take everything so seriously. I already have enough larger problems to deal with.  At least that's how I see it.