Caregivers for Alzheimer's and Dementia Face Special Challenges
You are not alone. Whether you need information about early-stage caregiving, middle-stage caregiving, or late-stage caregiving, the Alzheimer's Association is here to help.
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Caregivers message board forum:
How should my family handle suspected Alzheimer's? HELP!
Spouse or Partner Caregiver Forum:
How do you do it?
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Teenagers dealing with a parent with EOAD
Embracing the Role of Caregiver
In the summer of 2011, my sister Gina and I held the distinction of having two parents in the hospital at the same time.
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Take control with our custom tools
A diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease raises many questions. The Alzheimer's Navigator — a free online tool designed specifically for individuals with Alzheimer's disease and their caregivers — helps guide you to answers by creating customized action plans and providing access to information, support and local resources.
Developed with input from caregivers like you, the Alzheimer's Association Caregiver Notebook covers the basics of Alzheimer's and contains tips for care and planning for the future.
Alzheimer caregivers frequently report experiencing high levels of stress. Take our quiz and get personalized resources to help.