A very important distinction - higher mortality rate than non-caregivers vs dying first. I'm adding this tidbit to a presentation in July to caregivers.
Scare tactics are the last thing that caregivers (in any situation) need.
Pragmatic suggestions and resources to help people learn HOW to provide self-care while totally devoted to the tending necessary when a loved one has dementia is the key to being helpful.
A very important distinction - higher mortality rate than non-caregivers vs dying first. I'm adding this tidbit to a presentation in July to caregivers.
Scare tactics are the last thing that caregivers (in any situation) need.
Pragmatic suggestions and resources to help people learn HOW to provide self-care while totally devoted to the tending necessary when a loved one has dementia is the key to being helpful.