So, it's likely I won't be on on Mondays and Tuesdays (and maybe Wednesdays), because I volunteered to keep my grandma company while my dad's at work. She has Alzheimer's, and it's getting worse and worse. She'll forget things she said 30 seconds ago, she'll think I'm her son or my dad's her brother, or think my grandpa (who's been dead 15 years) is around and, when she realizes he's not there, be convinced he's cheating on her. It's really sad.
I was with her yesterday and today, and it was not easy. There's not really anything to do at their house, either, so... I talk to her for the ~10-11 hours he's gone, keep her company, make breakfast and lunch, go out for a walk around the block with her, keep her occupied, etc. I've heard the same stories and jokes about 100 times. I can't say it's a load of fun, it's pretty sad, boring, and stressful, but I'm gonna keep doing it as long as they need it. I feel so bad. Not only for her, but for my dad and aunt and all. It's not easy on anyone. :[