I am simply a slow progressor and have no special hints or secrets about how that happens. It's my understanding that it can speed up or slow down at any time. I'm very sorry about your mother and her trouble communicating. JoelC is the person who has tried and found many ways to deal with the limitations with the disease. If you see his name in blue, click on it, and there will be a "homepage" option to click on in order to see his good website and hints for living. All the best to you, Ann