Caring for the Caregiver: Why Support Matters on the Dementia Journey
When a loved one is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia, life changes not only for the individual receiving the diagnosis, but also for the family members who walk beside them every day. Spouses become caregivers. Adult children become advocates. Family members find themselves navigating medical appointments, changing behaviors, difficult decisions and emotions they never expected to face. While much attention is rightfully focused on the person living with dementia, the well-being read more…