Caregivers Of Alzheimer’s And Patients With Related Disorders
Caring for a person with Alzheimer’s can be highly demanding, often affecting the financial, physical, and emotional well-being of the caregiver. Caregivers often assist with a wide range of responsibilities including:
- Assisting with activities of daily living
- Managing physical and behavioral symptoms
- Identifying support services
- Paying for services
- Providing comprehensive care to ensure
Given the challenges and stressors of caregiving, it can be helpful to develop a work/life balance, a strong support network, and coping strategies that work for you and the patient. Resources and support are available and can help you better manage your own physical and mental health while handling a wide range of tasks.
For more information and resources for caregivers, visit the Office of Healthy Aging and the Alzheimer's Association Caregiver Support.
More
- Alzheimer's Association Caregiver Center provides information and support to caregivers
- The Eldercare Locator is a public service in the United States, connecting older adults and their families to services
- National Alliance for Caregiving is a non-profit coalition focused on advancing care giving through research, innovation, and policy
- The National Institute on Aging provides information and guidelines on how to respond to changes in behavior and provide everyday care
- Alzheimer’s Foundation of America Helpline