Its horrific hearing how Mary next door's dementia is worsening. Speaking to another neighbour earlier today, he'd phoned along looking to speak to George, Mary answered the phone. Neighbour asked if George was in, Mary replied "No but my Dad is here"! Its no wonder they're actively seeking a place in a nursing home, George now can't go out unless there's someone (usually a neighbour's daughter) to keep an eye on Mary, she's tried to go walkabout more than once which is worrying as the cottages are set back from what can be a busy road. I've known her since I moved here with my parents nigh on 40 years ago, she doesn't recognise me. By the way, I haven't used their real names.
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