Support for Dementia Caregivers
Dementia caregivers need all of the support they can get.
Here is why:
“Caregivers are themselves subject to increased incidence of depression, anxiety, and, in some cases, physical health issues. The Alzheimer’s Association quotes the disturbing statistic that 50% of caregivers die before the person they are caring for. The supposition is that percentage is so high because of the stress that caregivers are under. Therefore, it is recommended that caregivers find and utilize as many resources as possible, to reduce their stress. “
Source: Wikipedia - Caregiving and dementia
We hope this site becomes a tool for caregivers to cope, make the best decisions and express frustrations, anger, get questions answered. It is not easy to get real help so we caretakers should reach out to others in similar situations possibly avoiding the many medical and financial pitfalls due to bad lawyers, ect. Many disappointments can be encountered if every step is not taken with the best intentions for all people involved.