I'm hardly an expert, but I think it's wrong to assume that this is automatically Alzheimer's or dementia. You know, as we get older our memories sometimes start to fail us. And our hearing, too. Could it be Alzheimer's? Sure, it's possible. But you knew that before you posted this. But isn't it just as likely that she's just getting older? Holy cow, there's plenty of 77-year-old who don't hear so well and who sometimes forget things but who *don't* have Alzheimer's. Hell, there's plenty of people half that age who you could say that about. All I'm saying is, don't panic and leap to assumptions. See if you can talk to your doctor or some other professional about your concerns. But don't assume the worst.
My grandma is completely deaf in one ear and forgets things to. She doesn't have bad alzheimers, but I do catch her forgetting things whether it be what she just ate to something that happened a week ago. I know it's hard to realize that your grandma is getting old, but it's just a part of life (the hard part of life, that is). Just hang in there and seize the time you have with her now. Just remember...some people have mothers or fathers who don't even remember them. I'd rather have to shout at my grandma and remind her of things then have her not remember me at all. Just let her know a lot that you love her and don't let this worry you too much. I'll be praying for her, and you. Take care sweetie ~ and everyone including me is here for you whenever you need the help 
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