Andrew Edwards shares his diary in an unfolding story about his Mum, who has dementia. Originally broadcast on 成人论坛 Radio Leeds.
Andrew gets woken at 1.30 in the morning, as Mum's bed alarm goes off
Andrew considers 'a good death' as his partner's Mum Liz dies from Covid at their home
Mum has her first jab and Andrew pays tribute to loved ones who didn't get theirs in time
In this new year edition, Andrew reflects on Mum's year and on what lies ahead
Mum gives a cheery wave as Andrew puts up the cards and a mini Christmas tree
All is calm at Mum's and, at a difficult time for his family, Andrew feels grateful
With very high rates in her hometown, Andrew's concerned about Mum catching the virus
Andrew gets a flurry of messages from the carers while he's talking on the radio
Andrew finds Mum at the window - the first time she's 'self mobilised' in 18 months
Andrew's in reflective mood after a drive through the village where Mum grew up
Mum has her flu jab, after a hasty change of clothes caused by a soup spillage
Andrew's grateful for a calmer week, as Mum finds a novel way to enjoy her apple juice
A sad day for Andrew as Mum doesn't understand what the cemetery is
The carers call Andrew after they struggle to get Mum moving in the morning
A routine eye test brings home how much Mum has deteriorated
There's an apology for Mum's next door neighbour after Andrew's temper frays
Andrew, the carers and the occupational therapist have to make a tough choice
Mum listens to 'Stranger on the Shore' after Andrew takes her on a trip to the seaside
As Mum's car passes its MOT, a chance conversation makes Andrew wish he lived closer
Andrew hopes that Mum's stable condition will set the tone for a calmer autumn
Mum remembers how to get in and out of the car, as Andrew takes her to the doctor's
Mum doesn't bat an eyelid as the hairdresser arrives looking like an astronaut!
After a difficult few weeks, there's progress with Mum's nails, hair and gardening!
Andrew considers how much Mum's condition has deteriorated since last summer
