A lot of us are reluctant seek assistance and a lot of people are just as insistent that we allow them to assist us. For some people allowing them to help is easier if we can direct them in their efforts. Tell them in specific terms what help is needed and what help is not. Be nice and ask them to try to understand that you will need more assistance in the future and you will be less of a burden if unnecessary help is avoided. (I do have too much Celtic warrior pride myself.)

Take it from one who has PD and knows the problems associated with it. Men will do most anything to keep their independance. I hate the dependance I have on my family for doing things for me. I have always been an "I got this" kind of guy it is such a kick in the head to be unable to do things like cut the grass or even need help at time with getting dressed. Men are independent cxreatures who think we should be able to solve all the problems ourselves. Parkinsons puts an end to that independance and it is a big blow to our ego. I am sure he loves you as much as he ever did, but understand that the frustrations from PD will cause us to do many things that others will think are personel to them but it is not. We men are mostly upset with ourselves for being the burden and seeing what it does to our care givers. Keep on keeping on.

My husband occasionally will refuse to take his pills, my brushing his teeth, showering - I've benefited from reading advice on dementia websites. It's helped me deal with it more gracefully and productively. Used to make me very frustrated.

My mom resists eating a lot of the times. So yes, Parkinson plays a big role. Prayers