Owning My Truth

Alcoholism, divorce, Alzheimer's and the truth about my suspicion that I had a different biological father, compared to my five siblings; finding him, the same day as making preliminary funeral arrangements for my mom, was the most significant moment of my life.

My mom was battling Alzheimer's in the beginning of 2016. This horrible, debilitating disease took her life on November 9, 2019. When I realized that her mind was forever changed, I knew if I wanted the answers I needed, I would have to move forward with finding the truth in a different way. 

Below are links to check out for more information related to this episode!
LINKS!

• dnacenter.com {  DNA Diagnostics Center }
• 23andme.com  { direct-to-consumer genetic testing }
• myheritage.com  { direct-to-consumer genetic testing } * I was able to upload my DNA test results from 23andMe, along with a fee to connect my DNA results to expand my search
• ancestry.com  { direct-to-consumer genetic testing } * I hit the bullseye here! 🎯
• ALZ.ORG  { Alzheimer's Association } * You will find so much information about dementia. Everything from education about ALZ, to finding a local support group in your own area.  
• myalzteam.com  { online Alzheimer's support group } *  I joined this support group when I was looking for answers to help me understand ALZ  in the beginning of coping with my mom's battle 
• julierogers@nearestanddearestpodcast.com  { send me an email📧 }
• www.nearestanddearestpodcast.com { check out my website for more episodes, show notes/links! }
• https://www.speakpipe.com/NearestAndDearestPodcast { Please send me a recorded message!🎙}