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re: Glen Campbell To Alzheimer Facility
Posted on 4/19/14 at 10:44 am to Mizz-SEC
Posted on 4/19/14 at 10:44 am to Mizz-SEC
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Glen Campbell To Alzheimer Facility quote: We saw him last year on his tour. He could still play his music but when he was between songs he would ramble at times. His son and daughter toured with him.
We did too and while his voice and guitar were beyond great for a guy in his mid-70s, he was so tied to his monitors for the lyrics it was uncomfortable. It's probably the only time I've left a concert depressed. That said, he's one of the most unappreciated musicians of all time.
Same for me and the wife, but glad we did.
His voice on songs such as dreams of the everyday housewife and where's the playground were always so good.
But it always reminded me of my dad..he loved some Southern Nights
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Posted on 4/19/14 at 10:46 am to tccdc
Allen Toussaint still sings HIS song better, IMHO.
Posted on 4/19/14 at 10:47 am to Macphisto
quote:
Who?
Jesus GTFO
Posted on 4/19/14 at 10:49 am to TigerNAtux
Glen Campbell's finest hour:
"Guess I'm Dumb" -- Written and produced by Brian Wilson
GC also wrote this classic song:
The Everly Brothers - "Less Of Me"
"Guess I'm Dumb" -- Written and produced by Brian Wilson
GC also wrote this classic song:
The Everly Brothers - "Less Of Me"
Posted on 4/19/14 at 11:00 am to beejon
Glen Campbell became popular in the late 60s during my HS years with his hit, "Gentle On My Mind". I always like him, especially his song "Galveston".
I am sorry for him and anyone who is dealing with Alzheimer's Disease. It has hit close to home for me. My son recently told me that his Mother (my ex wife) has been diagnosed. She's only 60. I am told that when it hits people that age, the disease progresses faster than in much older people. So, while he pursues his Ph.D., he is traveling every other weekend to see her while she still can recognize him. He's up there this weekend for Easter. We're not sure how many more Easters she'll be around. I feel for her; her husband; and for my son.
I am sorry for him and anyone who is dealing with Alzheimer's Disease. It has hit close to home for me. My son recently told me that his Mother (my ex wife) has been diagnosed. She's only 60. I am told that when it hits people that age, the disease progresses faster than in much older people. So, while he pursues his Ph.D., he is traveling every other weekend to see her while she still can recognize him. He's up there this weekend for Easter. We're not sure how many more Easters she'll be around. I feel for her; her husband; and for my son.
Posted on 4/19/14 at 11:39 am to WaltTeevens
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Glen Campbell and I finally have something in common: Neither of us know any of his songs
That's messed up............
This post was edited on 4/19/14 at 11:41 am
Posted on 4/19/14 at 12:21 pm to IonaTiger
Iona, I'm sorry to hear that. We lost my father in law last month to some form of dementia. It's a horrible disease for the loved ones to deal with.
I believe The Banner Institute in Phoenix is by far the the leading research facility in the country. I'm pretty sure that's where Glen Campbell is along with several other well known people. (They are discreet)
I don't know if such a facility is practical, but figured I'd pass it along. One of my friends is over seeing a study being conducted at several research Hospitals throughout the US and Canada. His study is starting to close. It deals with electric stim implants.
John Hopkins, U Penn, Brown/Rhode Island are some of the leading facilities that might be logistically more feasible to check out.
Sorry to hear the news for your son. Not any way to sugar coat it. They are in for some tough times. I would also advise looking into support groups for family members.
I believe The Banner Institute in Phoenix is by far the the leading research facility in the country. I'm pretty sure that's where Glen Campbell is along with several other well known people. (They are discreet)
I don't know if such a facility is practical, but figured I'd pass it along. One of my friends is over seeing a study being conducted at several research Hospitals throughout the US and Canada. His study is starting to close. It deals with electric stim implants.
John Hopkins, U Penn, Brown/Rhode Island are some of the leading facilities that might be logistically more feasible to check out.
Sorry to hear the news for your son. Not any way to sugar coat it. They are in for some tough times. I would also advise looking into support groups for family members.
Posted on 4/19/14 at 12:38 pm to Rebel
Rebel, my condolences on the passing of your Dad and my thanks for the information.
My son's folks have now moved to New Jersey, but his Mom still goes back to Baltimore for follow up at Johns Hopkins, where my son is pursuing his Ph.D. in neuroscience.
My son told me that he had hoped to do his post doctoral research on the West coast, but that was not an option now because he could not be that far away from his Mom. Things may work out for him as he was told by the person who runs his lab at JHU that two professors from Harvard were interested in his work and may offer him a post doctoral posititon. He told me that Boston would be a perfect fit as it's not all that far from New Jersey.
He knows that he can discuss things with me anytime and he has done so, but I have told him that a support group would be to his benefit. The man who runs his lab has been very understanding in accommodating his travel North every other weekend. It's a tough time for him as he is very close to his Mom. He's accepting of the situation, but that doesn't make the inevitability of the situation any better.
Thanks for your kind post.
My son's folks have now moved to New Jersey, but his Mom still goes back to Baltimore for follow up at Johns Hopkins, where my son is pursuing his Ph.D. in neuroscience.
My son told me that he had hoped to do his post doctoral research on the West coast, but that was not an option now because he could not be that far away from his Mom. Things may work out for him as he was told by the person who runs his lab at JHU that two professors from Harvard were interested in his work and may offer him a post doctoral posititon. He told me that Boston would be a perfect fit as it's not all that far from New Jersey.
He knows that he can discuss things with me anytime and he has done so, but I have told him that a support group would be to his benefit. The man who runs his lab has been very understanding in accommodating his travel North every other weekend. It's a tough time for him as he is very close to his Mom. He's accepting of the situation, but that doesn't make the inevitability of the situation any better.
Thanks for your kind post.
Posted on 4/19/14 at 1:00 pm to IonaTiger
If your son is already in the world of Neuro, he is most likely much more knowledgable than either of us with the technical aspects.
As you may know, I'm not a back channeler. But, I may see if our friend in Houston (nipples) has your contact info.
Your son may already be familiar with my friends work. It can't hurt to have someone in a leading research role that is actually affiliated with the hospitals your son is already doing work.
And thanks for the kind words. It was my father-in-law, not my Dad. It was still pretty yucky, but I found solace in the fact we had a great Christmas together and my kids will remember him without the symptoms of the disease. My poor Mother In law went through hell though.
As you may know, I'm not a back channeler. But, I may see if our friend in Houston (nipples) has your contact info.
Your son may already be familiar with my friends work. It can't hurt to have someone in a leading research role that is actually affiliated with the hospitals your son is already doing work.
And thanks for the kind words. It was my father-in-law, not my Dad. It was still pretty yucky, but I found solace in the fact we had a great Christmas together and my kids will remember him without the symptoms of the disease. My poor Mother In law went through hell though.
Posted on 4/19/14 at 1:08 pm to IonaTiger
Iona, I am sorry to hear this. My Mom was diagnosed at 58 and it did progress rapidly.
If I can offer you or your son any information, I will be glad to.
Prayers that your son helps find a cure.
If I can offer you or your son any information, I will be glad to.
Prayers that your son helps find a cure.
Posted on 4/19/14 at 1:14 pm to Rebel
Thanks, Reb. Owlvis has my contact information. My condolences on your Father in Law. I am sure it was difficult on your MIL; Mrs. Rebel; and the whole family.
I am not sure how much my son knows about the disease. He is working with the auditory system.
I will say that while the divorce his Mother and I went through many, many years ago was very ugly, I am grateful for the fact that we did our best to bring up the boy; never said an ugly word about the other to him; and made our peace several years ago. I was able to speak with her last Christmas before she knew that I was aware of her condition. She knows that I now know about it.
I am not sure how much my son knows about the disease. He is working with the auditory system.
I will say that while the divorce his Mother and I went through many, many years ago was very ugly, I am grateful for the fact that we did our best to bring up the boy; never said an ugly word about the other to him; and made our peace several years ago. I was able to speak with her last Christmas before she knew that I was aware of her condition. She knows that I now know about it.
Posted on 4/19/14 at 1:17 pm to N2cars
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VetteGuy
Thank you very much. I wish only the best for you and yours. I am truly sorry for anyone who has to go through the disease and for their loved ones. I appreciate your kindness more than you know.
Posted on 4/19/14 at 1:19 pm to TIGERSTORM
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Just to watch someone you love go through it.
It kills the person, but leaves the body behind and animated. I hated watching my dad go through it, and he didn't really get all that bad - but he couldn't remember anything from one moment to the next.
Posted on 4/20/14 at 3:01 pm to IonaTiger
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This post was edited on 12/18/18 at 3:46 pm
Posted on 4/21/14 at 2:12 pm to beejon
Had a mother go down with this stuff. Ten very long years in the Nursing Home, and several prior to that. No, I would not wish it on anyone. She eventually got pneumonia (aka in some medical circles as "the old man's friend"), and the docs told me there was nothing else they could do. Put her on hospice and she was gone a week later.
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