Perhaps you are one of the 54 million family members providing care for a loved with a chronic illness or you know of someone who is. Caring for a loved on can be very rewarding but the fact is, it can also be very stressful.
An article appearing in The Arizona Republic September 3rd by Leslie Wright gives an excellent idea of the challenges facing caregivers and lists some very helpful tips in dealing with the stress of caring for someone with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. (http://www.azcentral.com/arizonarepublic/news/articles/2009/09/03/20090903caregivers0902.html)
The most important thing to remember is that you are not alone. Millions of others are experiencing the same issues you are dealing with. Listed below are some local and national resources to help you, or someone you may know, cope with the issues of caring for a loved one with a chronic illness.
Alzheimer’s Association of Colorado – a great resource for support services through their regional offices.
Colorado Commission on Aging- established in 1964 to inform and advise decision makers and to advocate for the quality of life of all seniors.
Seniors, Inc. – If you live in Adams, Arapahoe or Denver County and you provide ongoing care you may apply for temporary relief help from Seniors Inc..
Caregivers.com - is a leading provider of information, support and guidance for family and professional caregivers.
Children of Aging Parents - is a nonprofit, charitable organization whose mission is to assist the nation's nearly 54 million caregivers of the elderly or chronically ill with reliable information, referrals and support.
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