Nearly 16 million family members care for a loved one who is living with Alzheimer’s or another type of dementia. Providing care to someone you love can be deeply rewarding, meaningful and intimate work. It’s also extraordinarily challenging, requiring...
Nearly 16 million family members care for a loved one who is living with Alzheimer’s or another type of dementia. Providing care to someone you love can be deeply rewarding, meaningful and intimate work. It’s also extraordinarily challenging, requiring you to draw on immense patience and emotional reserves. Caregiving can trigger old resentments, stir up family conflict and leave caregivers feeling isolated.