Important Health Information
The purpose of this record is to have important documents in a place that you can grab quickly when you need to see a doctor or go to the hospital. The … Continued
Topic: Care Partner
Frequently Asked Questions
Other people providing care to a family member with dementia have asked questions about the changes they experienced. In this section the most common questions are listed with answers provided. … Continued
Common Changes to Expect
This section contains information on what to expect. Other care partners said they had changes in their lives. You may or may not have these changes. Negotiating/Advocacy for Care Roles/Relationships … Continued
Goals for care at the End of Life
Guide: Write your thoughts about the goals of care you wish your family member/friend to receive as they approach end of life, based on previous discussions or understanding of your … Continued
Tips for Visits
Communicating with individuals with dementia can be difficult, however there are many strategies that family caregivers can use to improve the quality of their visits. Guide: look at the "Tips on … Continued
Advocating for Care
An important practice for carers of a person in care is advocating for them, meaning acting to support them when they can’t or choose not to speak for themselves. Activity … Continued
Working Together
Reflect on how you would like to communicate and collaborate with the staff at the care home where your family member or friend resides. Use the questions below to gather … Continued
How can I manage the guilt that I feel?
Guilt is a difficult and complex emotion. It is normal to feel guilty after your family member/friend moves into a care facility. You are not alone. Most caregivers feel some … Continued