Dear GM, my husband was 63 when he was diagnosed. Just what we think of as the prime of life. It's so tough. If you and your stepmom have a good relationship, then please share with her that everyone on this site would encourage her to have you along at every opportunity[as a 3rd set of ears]. She will need all the help she can get,to absorb all the information unless she has a medical background. Good communication and understanding the issues here is vital. Amy