Andrew Edwards shares his diary in an unfolding story about his Mum, who has dementia. Originally broadcast on 大象传媒 Radio Leeds.
Andrew's reassured by the little wave Mum gives him from the back of the ambulance
Andrew has a worrying week - touch and go whether Mum will need 24 hour care from now on
A landmark day for Andrew - his parents' double bed is replaced by an adjustable one
As Mum's condition worsens, Andrew starts thinking about the next stage of her care
After problems with eating last week, Mum now seems to be struggling to get up
There's relief for Andrew when a new care package starts
Paramedics are called again as Mum struggles with the heat and eating
Andrew's daughter turns 20 on the day his Mum is looked after by a 19 and a 22 year old
A triumph as Mum writes a birthday card for Andrew's daughter
An emergency call out for Andrew and the paramedics means he commemorates VE day with Mum
It's another emotional week for Andrew as he wonders if Mum still remembers who he is
Andrew's upset because he can't be with Mum on her birthday
Mum hasn't noticed that all her regular visitors have stopped
The coronavirus crisis sets Andrew thinking about memory
Mum's dementia gets worse, but - a blessing - she knows nothing about coronavirus
Andrew talks about the vital role that garden centres play for many carers
Andrew talks honestly about the way caring for a loved one tests your patience
Andrew chats with two of Mum's oldest friends, who are still keen to meet up
A letter from Ripple the donkey gets Mum reading out loud for the first time in ages
Andrew's relieved the new care package is settling down and says thank you to the carers
After worrying about her physical health, Andrew realises how little Mum is now saying
Andrew gets Mum out in the car for the first time in 2020 and has a surprise at the sink.
Andrew manages to get his Mum out of the house and down to the park
Andrew adjusts to 'the new normal' as Mum's enhanced care package begins
