Dementia and Caregiver Health
Caring for a person with Alzheimer’s disease at home can be a difficult task. Caregivers must cope with changing levels of ability and new patterns of behavior that may call for more intensive care.
The health of caregivers is at risk from stress, depression and difficulty maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
Informal or unpaid caregiving has been associated with:
Looking after your own health lets you be a better caregiver for others.
A well-organized care plan can help you balance care for someone else with your own care needs.
Links referenced on this page |
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Area Agency on Aging | https://eldercare.acl.gov/Public/About/Aging_Network/AAA.aspx | |
Sample care plan | https://www.cdc.gov/aging/caregiving/pdf/Complete-Care-Plan-Form-508.pdf |
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