Michael’s Story - A Positive Approach to Living Alone With Dementia

Michael is optimistic and hopes his ideas and experiences will help others. He had been a widower for eight years, and the void left when Wendy died had been hard. He had finally adjusted to living on his own, but after his diagnosis, he felt shocked and overwhelmed. He first spoke to his daughter, Janey, in Brisbane. She suggested they both write lists of things to help prepare him for future changes. They shared concerns and tears. Michael wanted to stay on his own as long as possible, and continue to lead his life his way.