Hi, Heidi, Answer a few questions for us. Do you work outside the home? Do youall have kids? Do you have supportive family members in town? One of the tough 1st things for you to do is get yourself organized so that you can focus on helping him. That means being very realistic about how your time is parceled out now vs. when you become a caregiver. Chances are that you will assume most of his household responsibilities for a while, along with your own. You will need to be knowledgable about his health insurance, among many other things. Find the "Getting through it" posts here for alot of good information. and keep asking questions. There is lots of good help and good people on this forum to hold your hand. Amy